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Oh, pioneers of the kitchen! The path to exceptional flavors is clear with this Oregon Trail Chili recipe. Whether you prefer spicy-hot or mild, this beefy, herbaceous, sweet, and savory chili will bring a warm smile to your face. Oregon Trail Chili is also endlessly customizable, whether you like cilantro, cheese, a runny egg, or anything that fits your trailblazing palette! Let your mouth travel on earthy, smoky, and hearty tastes.
Ingredients
- For the chili:
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 1/2 cups red wine, optional
- 2 1/2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
- 1/2 tablespoon rosemary
- 1 teaspoon sagebrush
- 1 (14-16 ounce) can diced or stewed tomatoes
- 3 cups kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 1/2 cups water
- Optional, for topping:
- cilantro, to taste, chopped
- cheddar cheese, to taste, shredded
- red onions, to taste, chopped
- jalapeño, to taste, chopped
- sour cream, to taste
- 1 egg, cooked over easy
Directions
Step 1 -On the stovetop, heat a large pot on medium-low heat.
Step 2 -Once the pot is heated, add in the ground beef, breaking it up and stirring it with a wooden spoon every few minutes as it browns.
Step 3 -While the beef is cooking, add the salt.
Step 4 -Once the meat is cooked through and begins to brown, about 5-7 minutes increase the heat to medium-high.
Step 5 -Deglaze the pot with the wine.
Step 6 -Let the wine cook off, about 3- 5 minutes. It can boil and steam off, but the pot should not be dry.
Step 7 -Add in the chili powder, the paprika, the onions, and the garlic.
Step 8 -Constantly stir until the onion mixture becomes fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
Step 9 -Add the rosemary and the sagebrush and stir for 1 minute.
Step 10 -Add in the beans and the tomatoes and their juices.
Step 11 -Add in the water and stir, reducing the heat to medium.
Step 12 -Simmer on low heat for 20-30 minutes, stirring often.
Step 13 -Serve hot in medium-sized bowls and top with your favorite toppings!
