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Ree Drummond's Simple Perfect Chili
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Ree Drummond's Simple Perfect Chili

Ree's signature chili uses masa harina as a secret thickener, giving the broth a stew-like body with subtle corn tang. Simple enough for a weeknight, crowd-pleasing enough for game day.

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By Ree Drummond · Food Network ↗
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1.5h
Cook Time
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Ground Beef
Protein
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Oklahoma
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Heat Level
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Easy Heat
Community Score
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Nutrition Per Serving
460
calories
per serving
30g
Protein
27g
Fat
24g
Carbs
7g
Fiber
Sodium645mg
Sugar3g
Estimates per serving (7 servings total) · Powered by Edamam
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Ingredients
2 lbs ground beefAmazon ↗
3 garlic cloves, mincedAmazon ↗
1 can (8 oz) tomato sauceAmazon ↗
2 tbsp chili powderAmazon ↗
1 tsp cuminAmazon ↗
1 tsp oreganoAmazon ↗
1 tsp cayenneAmazon ↗
Salt and pepperAmazon ↗
2 tbsp masa harina + water slurryAmazon ↗
1 can pinto beansAmazon ↗
1 can kidney beansAmazon ↗
Steps
1
Brown ground beef with garlic in a large pot over medium heat
2
Add tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, oregano, cayenne, salt, pepper
3
Add 1 cup water and simmer 1 hour over low heat, stirring
4
Mix masa harina with a little water into a slurry
5
Stir slurry into chili and cook until thickened
6
Add both cans of beans and simmer 10 more minutes
7
Taste and adjust seasoning, serve with preferred toppings
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