Hearty Beef Chili with Corn Muffins

This hearty chili made with lean ground beef, beans, peppers and onions has the perfect combination of flavors to make this just the dish to warm up a chilly evening or weekend afternoon. Our signature “Ba-Bam!” spice makes this a dish the entire family will enjoy. Mild to moderate spice. Side of delicious fully-baked corn muffins. (GF minus corn muffins) (bag, stovetop, slow cooker, pressure cooker)  

• Prep & Cook Time
• Instructions
• Ingredients/Nutrition Info

• Hands on time: 0 minutes
  Cooking time: Slow-cooker 3 hours: High, 5-6 hours Low. IP: 18 mins on high, approx. 30 mins total.

• Thaw completely in refrigerator. 

   

  Empty the contents of the chili bag into your preferred cooking vessel (pan, slow-cooker, Instant-Pot®) and add:

       -1-2 Tablespoons olive oil. This is optional, but gives a richer flavor. 

       -Water: for 2-3 size add 1.25 cups.  For 4-6 size add 2.5 cups.

  Stove: Heat on med-high until it comes to a boil, stirring occasionally. Once boiling, reduce to low heat and simmer uncovered for 30-35 mins.  If you have time, leave it on the stove on low up to an hour or more. Stir occasionally.   

  Slow-Cooker: Heat on low for 5-6 hours or high for 3 hours.

  Instant-Pot®: Select manual setting. Adjust pressure if it doesn’t default to “high” and set time for 18 mins. When finished cooking, move top knob (using a long-handled wooden spoon or similar) from seal to vent/quick-release. 

  Serve with shredded cheese and sour cream on top, along with corn muffins and a crunchy salad.  The flavor is even better the next day!  

• Ingredients: beans, ground beef, tomatoes, tomato paste, paprika, salt, parsley, onion powder, garlic powder, pepper, oregano, basil, thyme, celery salt, cumin, garlic, onion, bell peppers, brown sugar.  
  Chili per serving: 379 calories, 11g fat, 63mg cholesterol, 347mg sodium, 29g carbohydrates, 27g protein. Corn muffins: 220 calories, 11g total fat, 2g sat fat, 0g trans fat, 25mg cholesterol, 150mg sodium, 28g carbs, 0g fiber, 12g sugar, 2g protein. Contains: wheat, eggs, soy.