Slow cooker chili
Rich, spiced chili that simmers all day — even better the next day.
Steps
- 01
Brown the ground beef in a skillet until no longer pink. Drain the fat.
- 02
Dice the onion. Add all ingredients to the slow cooker and stir to combine.
- 03
Cook on high for 3 hours (or low for 6 hours).
- 04
Taste, adjust seasoning, and serve.
Why it worksWhy does slow cooking make tough cuts tender?
Why it works
Why does slow cooking make tough cuts tender?
Tough cuts are full of collagen — the connective tissue holding muscles together. When cooked low and slow in liquid above 70°C for several hours, that collagen converts into gelatin, which is silky, rich, and impossible to achieve in an expensive filet. The longer the cook, the more gelatin, which is why braised beef gets better the next day.
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