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Cheesy Chili Recipe

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"My six grandchildren enjoy feasting on big bowls of this zesty chili," reports Codie Ray of Tallulah, Louisiana. "It's so creamy and tasty you can even serve it as a dip at parties."

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Cheesy Chili Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Yield: 12 Servings

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Ingredients

2 pounds ground beef
2 medium onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 cans (10 ounces each) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chilies
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds process cheese (Velveeta)

Directions

In a large saucepan, cook the beef, onions and garlic until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomatoes, chilies and pepper; bring to a boil.
Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes. Stir in cheese until melted.
Serve immediately or allow to cool before freezing. May be frozen for up to 3 months.
To use frozen chili: Thaw in the refrigerator; heat in a saucepan or microwave. Yield: 12 servings (about 3 quarts).

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 cup) equals 396 calories, 25 g fat (15 g saturated fat), 85 mg cholesterol, 1,166 mg sodium, 13 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 29 g protein.

Originally published as Cheesy Chili in Quick Cooking May/June 1999, p34

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Reviewed on Dec. 31, 2012 by wosesmom

This recipe has quickly become a favorite in our home. Super easy to throw together and the kids LOVE it! A go to comfort food for a chilly winter evening!

Reviewed on Dec. 14, 2012 by Motorhomegal

I don't consider this to be chili, but rather "soup." Made it this afternoon and it was delicious....even reducing the recipe by half made a ton for the two of us. She indicated that it froze well and that's what I've done. Really was excellent and so simple. Had everything on hand.

Reviewed on Dec. 14, 2012 by Pickles20

Oh my goodness!! This is the best chili ever. I think this woman and I could be good friends. It has a medium heat to it. Not too mild, nor too hot. The flavor is delicious. I made a frito taco soup by adding fritos to my dish. It definitely could be used as either chili or a chili dip. Either way, with 2 lbs of Velveeta in it, how bad can it be? Try it, you'll like it!

Reviewed on Nov. 26, 2012 by carrious

I was just looking for an easy recipe to make for my pot luck at work, and this recipe was not only easy but also a big hit with all of my co-workers. It was so good that a couple of my co-workers took some home to their families. I would definitely make this recipe again.

Reviewed on Feb. 05, 2011 by CharlesR_female

This sounds good.

After I downsize it for two, I will try it.