Clean-out-the-fridge chili
Clean-out-the-fridge chili

Preparation time 15 minutes

Total time: 40 minutes

Serves 4

Ingredients

  1. 1 onion, finely chopped
  2. 30 ml (2 tbsp) vegetable oil
  3. 450 g (1 lb) ground pork or lean ground beef
  4. 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  5. 30 ml (2 tbsp) chili powder
  6. 1 can (28 oz/796 ml) diced tomatoes
  7. 1 can (14 oz/398 ml) black or red beans, rinsed and drained
  8. 1 red or yellow bell pepper, seeded and diced
  9. 150 g (1 cup) frozen corn kernels or another vegetable of your choice
  10. 250 ml (1 cup) chicken, vegetable or beef broth
  11. 30 ml (2 tbsp) ketchup
  12. 15 ml (1 tbsp) Worcestershire sauce

Directions

  1. In a pot over high heat, soften the onion in the oil. Add the ground meat and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Season with salt and pepper. Add the garlic and chili powder. Cook for 1 minute while stirring. Add the remaining ingredients. Mix well. Bring to a boil. Simmer for 15 minutes or until the chili thickens slightly (see Chef’s tip). Adjust the seasoning.
  2. Serve the chili in bowls. Garnish with sour cream, grated cheddar cheese, diced avocado and finely chopped herbs, if desired.

CHEF’S SECRET

For a slightly thicker, heartier chili, sprinkle with 15 ml (1 tbsp) fine cornmeal 5 minutes before the end of the cooking time. Mix well.

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