A new week calls for another wallet-friendly recipe. This classic chili con carne serves 4 for less than €2 per person. Simple, satisfying, and full of flavor – just like Texan comfort food should be.
Chili con carne mirrors bolognese in ease: start with tomatoes, garlic, onions, and ground beef, then spice it up with chili powder and kidney beans. As a home cook who's perfected this over years of weeknight dinners and friend gatherings, here's my reliable version.
Ingredients for 4 servings:
For the best results, use a pressure cooker or heavy pot. Heat olive oil over low heat, sauté chopped onions and garlic until softened. Add spices, then brown the meat for 5 minutes. Pour in broth and tomatoes, simmer 30 minutes. Rinse and add kidney beans, cook another 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Serve hot with rice, salad, or nacho chips. I whipped this up for friends last weekend – they raved about it and went back for seconds.
Have you tried chili con carne? What's your go-to way to serve it?
I scaled it for 8 and spent under €15 on quality ingredients. Nutritious, filling, and under €2 per person – ideal for big appetites.
The perfect balance of quantity, quality, and price. Pro tip: Save leftovers for lunch or freeze for later.
