Jul 14 2026
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Berg's Housemade Chili Recipe

Inspired by The Heidelberg
Time1h
Serves4

Chili and Salad Bowl of Chili with a house salad or small Caesar

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Ingredients

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Chili Ingredients

Salad Ingredients

Method

Chili Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

  2. 2

    Brown the Meat

    Add the ground beef to the pot. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 7-10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    Stir in the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

  4. 4

    Add Liquid

    Pour in the water or beef broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.

  5. 5

    Simmer

    Cover and let the chili simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Salad Preparation

  1. 6

    Prepare Salad Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.

  2. 7

    Make Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper.

  3. 8

    Toss Salad

    Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

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