Authentic Texas Chili Con Carne Recipe

Texas Chili Con Carne is a classic recipe that originated in the Lone Star State. It’s a delicious and hearty dish that’s perfect for fall and winter nights. It’s made with ground beef, peppers, and spices, and has a thick and rich tomato base. Serve it with warm cornbread or tortillas and a dollop of sour cream. Yum!

Ingredients

To make this Authentic Texas Chili Con Carne Recipe, you’ll need the following ingredients:

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, diced
2 cloves of garlic, minced
2 pounds ground beef
1 jalapeno, seeded and diced
1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed

Instructions

To make this Authentic Texas Chili Con Carne Recipe, follow these simple steps:

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the ground beef and cook until no longer pink, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the jalapeno, bell pepper, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and kidney beans. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.
Serve with warm cornbread or tortillas, and a dollop of sour cream, if desired.