Philly Cheesesteak Chili
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Philly Cheesesteak Chili
Description
Philly Cheesesteak Chili starts with seared ground beef cooked to form larger, meatier chunks for a satisfying texture. Onions and green bell peppers are softened in butter, contributing a subtle sweetness and freshness. Pinto beans and mushrooms add body and earthiness, balanced by the concentrated tomato paste and beef stock that build a rich broth. Worcestershire sauce lends a mild umami complexity.
Simmering the mixture melds the flavors together while thickening the chili, which is served with cubed processed cheese (Velveeta) that melts into creamy pockets, enriching the chili. The final dish offers a hearty, chewy meat base with tender vegetables and beans, plus creamy cheese that contrasts with the stew's texture.
This chili is practical for a filling dinner and can be spooned over rice or served solo as a thick stew. It provides warmth and substantiality, typical of comfort food with a twist from the distinctive cheesesteak cheese addition.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef 85/15
- 4 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 2 onion chopped, yellow
- 2 green bell pepper chopped
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper coarse ground
- 29 ounces pinto beans drained and rinsed
- 8 ounces mushrooms chopped
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 4 cups beef stock
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 8 ounces processed cheese cubed, Velveeta brand
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat add half the butter and the ground beef breaking it into larger chunks to keep the crumbles bigger and meatier cooking until you have a good sear on the beef, a nice golden brown (don't rush this or stir too often).
- Remove the ground beef and add in the rest of the butter along with the onions, bell peppers, salt and pepper and cook them until they are softened and translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the cooked ground beef, pinto beans, mushrooms, tomato paste, chili powder, beef stock and Worcestershire sauce and stir well.
- Bring it up to a boil, reduce to a simmer (low heat) and cook for 25 minutes then serve with cubes of velveeta in the bowl and on top.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 414 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 414kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 26g | 9% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 77mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 819mg | 34% |
| Potassium | 934mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 990IU | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 19.9mg | 22% |
| Calcium | 138mg | 14% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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