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chili topped with cornbread

Chili with Cornbread Topping

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot
  • 1 medium mixing bowl
  • 1 large spoon
  • 1 Whisk
  • 1 Oven-safe skillet or baking dish
  • 1 Oven mitt

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 28 ounces
  • 1 can kidney beans drained and rinsed, 15 ounces
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed, 15 ounces
  • 1 cup corn kernels fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until soft.
  • Add ground beef to the pot, cook until browned.
  • Stir in chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika.
  • Add diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, and corn kernels.
  • Simmer the chili mixture for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • In a medium bowl, mix cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • Whisk together milk, honey, and egg in another bowl.
  • Combine the wet and dry cornbread ingredients, mix until smooth.
  • Pour the chili into an oven-safe skillet or baking dish.
  • Spread the cornbread batter evenly over the chili.
  • Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top of the cornbread batter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the cornbread is golden brown.
  • Allow to rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For the best results, make sure to drain and rinse the beans to reduce sodium and improve texture, and let the chili rest after baking to allow the flavors to meld and the cornbread to set properly. Adjust the spices to your taste and feel free to experiment with additional toppings like sliced jalapeños or sour cream for added flavor.
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