Halftime Taco Chili
Makes 6 Servings
This is an all time favorite in Janice's house! It's perfect to serve your friends who come over to watch football or any other sporting event.
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 large carrots, shredded (about 2 cups)
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped (about 1 cup)
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean or higher)
One 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
One 15½ -ounce can blackeye peas or pinto beans, drained and rinsed
One 15-ounce can yellow or white hominy, drained and rinsed, or 1½ cups frozen corn kernels, thawed
One 4-ounce can diced green chili peppers, optional
2 to 3 teaspoons chili powder
2 to 3 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup light sour cream
1/3 cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese
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Heat the oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the carrots, onion, and beef and cook, breaking up the large pieces, until the meat is no longer pink, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
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Stir in the tomatoes, blackeye peas, hominy, chili peppers as desired, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, 20 to 25 minutes. Serve in individual bowls and top with the sour cream and cheese.
Nutrition Information per Serving:
340 calories, 10g fat (3.5g saturated), 37g carbohydrate, 570mg sodium, 8g fiber, 27g protein, 150% vitamin A, 30% vitamin C, 15% calcium, 25% iron