I used to consider Chili a “treat” around here because it took so many ingredients to make that it wasn’t a “cheap” recipe. If we wanted Chili, I’d go to the store and spend $20 on the ingredients to make one pot!
But, I don’t think (or shop) like I used to! Every ingredient in my chili recipe is a stockpile item. And I’ve said it before, any time you cook from your stockpile you are saving money!
So Chili is now a money-saving recipe!
Here’s my recipe that came from my mom. It can be doubled or halved to suit your needs.
- 1 1/2 to 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 or 2 packets of chili seasoning mix (hot or regular – matter of preference)
- 3 cans chili beans (not drained)
- 2 cans kidney beans (drained)
- 2 large cans and one regular size (15 oz) can of tomato sauce (about 60oz total tomato sauce)
- 2 cans diced tomatoes
- chopped red onion (optional – either cooked in chili or for topping. I like mine as topping because they stay flavorful and crunchy)
- shredded cheddar cheese (for topping – I prefer sharp for the chili)
Brown ground beef and drain. Combine in a pot or slow cooker with next 5 ingredients. In a pot on the stove bring to a boil and then simmer for 2 hours or so. In a slow cooker on low it can cook for 8-10 hours.
Top with onion and cheese.
YUM!!
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