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Atomic Beef Chili Explosion
Portions:
8
Cooking Time:
1
hour
hour
30
minutes
minutes
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Equipment
large microwave-safe container,
Ingredients
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4
pounds
ground beef
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3
large
onions
diced
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½
cup
green pepper
diced
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6
garlic cloves
pressed
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2
pounds
crushed tomatoes
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1
pound
whole tomatoes
cut up
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6
ounces
tomato paste
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2 ½
pounds
light red kidney beans
not drained
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2
tablespoons
brown sugar
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3
tablespoons
sugar
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4
tablespoons
chili powder
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2
teaspoons
MSG
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2
teaspoons
cayenne pepper
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1
teaspoon
salt
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3
tablespoons
bacon grease
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Water or beer
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Garlic powder
Instructions
In a large microwave-safe container, brown the ground beef, onions, green pepper, and garlic for 15 minutes on full power.
Drain off and reserve a cup or two of liquid.
Break up any remaining large chunks of meat.
Add the remaining ingredients except for tomato paste and cook on full power for 30 minutes covered.
Stir and taste.
Cook for 1 hour at 70% power, uncovered.
Stir and taste at half-hour intervals.
Add water as necessary.
Add tomato paste and reserved meat liquid.
Cook for 30 minutes at 60% power, uncovered.
Stir and taste.
The chili is done and can be served directly or decanted into a crockpot to simmer.
Serve with shredded cheddar cheese, Tabasco sauce, diced onions, hot chili oil, red pepper flakes, and hot dogs with rolls.
Guests can microwave their own hot dogs and top with chili and cheese!
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Wine Advice:
Pair this hearty chili with a bold red wine like a Zinfandel or Malbec to stand up to the rich flavors and spice.
Nutritional Information
Calories:
680
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
55
g
|
Protein:
45
g
|
Fat:
32
g
|
Fiber:
14
g
|
Sugar:
16
g
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Recipe Category
Beef
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Chili
/
Main Dish