No-Bean Blueberry Chili
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Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1-pound extra-lean ground beef
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Baked tortilla chips or garlic bread, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- In a blender or food processor, purée blueberries.
- In a large skillet set over medium-high heat, heat oil. Cook beef, salt and pepper, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 8 minutes or until starting to brown. Stir in onion, red pepper, garlic and chili powder. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 5 minutes or until vegetables are starting to soften.
- Stir in tomatoes, puréed blueberries, barbecue sauce and Worcestershire sauce; stirring, bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cook at a simmer, stirring occasionally, for 20 to 25 minutes or until chili is thickened and flavors are married.
- Serve chili topped with Cheddar. Serve with baked tortilla chips or garlic bread if desired.
About this recipe
No Bean-Blueberry Chili is perfect for those just-starting-to-get-cool fall nights when you need an easy, delicious meal! Packed with kid-friendly flavors – and a little sweetness from the blueberries – you can put this chili on to simmer in the slow cooker, go tackle your to-do list, and come back to a finished dinner. Serve with shredded cheese and baked tortilla chips for a melty and crunchy finish! Any leftovers make a tasty after-school snack.
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