Chili con carne with cheese sauce

Here’s a delicious Chili Con Carne with Cheese Sauce recipe—a hearty and flavorful dish topped with creamy cheese sauce!

Ingredients:

For the Chili Con Carne:

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 cup beef broth
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Cheese Sauce:

• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk
• 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

Instructions:

1. Make the Chili Con Carne:

1. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
2. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
3. Add the ground beef to the pan and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
4. Stir in the red bell pepper, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes until the spices are fragrant.
5. Stir in the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, kidney beans, and beef broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chili has thickened.

2. Make the Cheese Sauce:

1. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Stir in the flour and cook for 1–2 minutes, whisking constantly to form a roux.
3. Gradually add the milk while whisking, making sure the mixture is smooth. Continue cooking until the sauce thickens (about 2–3 minutes).
4. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese. Add salt and pepper to taste, and stir until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.

3. Serve:

1. Spoon the Chili Con Carne into bowls.
2. Drizzle the warm Cheese Sauce over the chili.
3. Optionally, garnish with fresh chopped cilantro, sour cream, or diced jalapeños for extra flavor.

Enjoy your Chili Con Carne with Cheese Sauce—a comforting and cheesy meal!