Description
This hearty and warming chili is a delightful hug in a bowl, perfect for chilly evenings. Packed with flavorful vegetables and tender beans, it’s a satisfying and wholesome meal that’s surprisingly simple to whip up.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 lbs lean ground beef
1 large yellow onion, diced
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1/2 cup all purpose flour
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups heavy cream
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 teaspoons pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 cup matchstick cut carrots (precut from grocery store)
1 1/2 cups uncooked macaroni noodles
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/3 cup shredded parmesan cheese
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and diced onions, breaking up the beef as it cooks until browned.
Stir in chopped garlic and cook for one minute. Add flour, stir thoroughly, and cook for three minutes.
Pour in chicken broth and stir until it begins to thicken. Stir in heavy cream.
Add salt, pepper, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Stir to combine.
Bring the chili to a boil, then add the carrots and uncooked macaroni noodles. Stir well and bring back to a boil.
Cover the pot, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Remove the lid and stir. Add the shredded cheddar and parmesan cheese, stirring until the cheese is melted. Serve and enjoy.
Notes
Ensure you give the initial vegetables – onion, carrots, and celery – enough time to soften properly. This step is crucial for developing a good flavor foundation for your chili.
Cook the chili until the cabbage reaches your desired level of tenderness. Some people prefer it with a slight bite, while others enjoy it very soft. Adjust the simmering time accordingly.
Taste and adjust the salt and pepper before serving. The flavors will develop as the chili simmers, so a final adjustment ensures perfect seasoning.
Give the chili a stir every once in a while during the simmering process to prevent anything from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup/Stews
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: N/A
- Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Protein: N/A