Chili Con Carne

 

Chili Con Carne

                This week I created the ultimate chili con carne, meaning chili with meat. It is simmered with all the classical chili ingredients that we know and love. Believe it or not, this was my very first time making a classic stovetop chili and it 100% will not be the last time. It is the perfect meal, one that’s rich and hearty, yet doesn’t skimp on the best ingredients needed to achieve an immaculate flavor. This recipe is a must!

Ingredients

2 TBS extra virgin olive oil

1 lb. ground beef

2 TSP Himalyain salt

1 large onion

2 garlic cloves

1 TBS ground cumin

1 TBS ground coriander

1TBS chili powder

3 TBS julienned sun dried tomatoes

30 oz. diced tomatoes (canned)

30oz. Red kidney beans (canned; rinsed)

1 cinnamon stick

Simply, heat the saucepan over medium and once heated, add oil, beef, and salt. Once browned all nicely, add onions until softened- this took me 10 minutes. Then, toss in your garlic, cinnamon stick, and all dried spices. Stir for a few minutes before adding the sun dried tomatoes- I let them cook for two minutes before combining additional ingredients. Lastly, toss in those tomatoes and beans; you’re going to want to bring to a boil, then simmer for at least 45 minutes. I would recommend tasting it about 15 minutes in to ensure you are satisfied with the flavor, be careful not to be enticed to eat the rest before the 45 minutes are up. I served my chili con carne over some rice, it was so delicious! Please refer to the video below, for a more step-by-step recipe tutorial. 

Link to tutorial video on how to make chili con carne----> https://youtu.be/zj0TQ7VyAYA

The Healthful Benefits of Chili Con Carne :)

Garlic 

Garlic offers protection against various cancers due to one of its components, selenium. It contains flavonoid quercetin, giving it its antibiotic. Garlic helps to reduce blood pressure, improving your cardiovascular system, and reduces cholesterol. propertieshttps://prn.fm/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/SuperFoods-TheHealth-BoostingProperties-Townsend-111201.pdf

Onions

Onions have been long known to have medicinal properties; such as, being able to alleviate headaches, heart disease, mouth sores, etc.. Onions are packed with vitamin C, a nutrient essential for tissue repair, iron absorption, collagen production.They’re also rich in vitamin B, folate (B9) and pyridoxine (B6), contributing to our RBC production, nerve function, and our metabolism. Onions contain antioxidants and compounds that fight inflammation, decrease triglycerides and reduce cholesterol levels, which decreases risk of heart disease and high blood pressure. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/onion-benefits

Tomatoes 

Tomatoes are rich in potassium, magnesium, chromium, folate, and iron; as well as, tryptophan, an amino acid that benefits your nervous system by improving sleep. Potassium is beneficial for blood pressure control and heart disease prevention. Folate is important for normal tissue growth and cell function. Contained within is a ton of lycopene, which has been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease and cancer. Lycopene is beneficial to your integumentary system, as it has been known to help protect against sunburn. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/foods/tomatoes

Red Beans 

Red beans are an excellent source of dietary fiber, they contain protein, fiber, iron, and antioxidants that make them beneficial to our organ systems.Beans may help stabilize blood glucose levels or even prevent diabetes. Beans are high in fiber, which can help lower blood glucose. Beans help you control your appetite; When a person eats beans, the fiber and healthful starches they contain can help create a feeling of fullness and satisfaction. Red beans contain all three of the minerals that are key to controlling blood pressure -- calcium, magnesium and potassium.

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/320192