Beef and Bean Chili with Cornbread Muffins

Beef and Bean Chili with Cornbread Muffins - A Hearty and Delicious Meal
Looking for a hearty and delicious meal that will satisfy your cravings? Look no further than this Beef and Bean Chili with Cornbread Muffins recipe! This dish is perfect for a cozy night in or for feeding a crowd at your next gathering.
Ingredients (serves 6):

For the chili:

- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste

For the cornbread muffins:

- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 egg

Cooking tips:

- For a spicier chili, add a diced jalapeno pepper or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- To make the cornbread muffins even more flavorful, add a handful of shredded cheddar cheese or diced jalapeno peppers to the batter.

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain any excess fat.
2. Add the onion and garlic to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to the pot and stir to combine.
4. Add the beans and diced tomatoes to the pot and stir to combine.
5. Bring the chili to a simmer and let cook for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. While the chili is cooking, preheat the oven to 400°F and grease a muffin tin.
7. In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
8. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, and egg.
9. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
10. Pour the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
11. Bake the cornbread muffins for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
12. Serve the chili hot with the cornbread muffins on the side.
Appearance and taste:
This Beef and Bean Chili with Cornbread Muffins is a hearty and flavorful dish that is sure to please. The chili is thick and rich, with a perfect balance of spices and tender chunks of beef. The beans add a satisfying texture and the diced tomatoes provide a burst of freshness. The cornbread muffins are moist and fluffy, with a slightly sweet flavor that complements the savory chili perfectly. Together, these two dishes make for a satisfying and delicious meal that will leave you feeling full and satisfied.
Type of dish: Main course
3 main ingredients: Beef, beans, cornmeal