Chili con Carne

This recipe is perfect for those rainy nights typical of this season. Very quick to prepare and you’ll want to make it again. Quite low in calories and fats.

Approximate Nutritional Content: 1 cup, recipe makes 6 servings

• Calories: 193 kcal.

• Grams of carbohydrates: 20 gr. equals 1 carbohydrate serving

• Grams of protein: 20 gr. equals 2.5 protein servings

• Grams of fat: 3 gr. equals half a fat serving

Note: nutritional information may vary according to the quantity and type of ingredients used, as well as the serving size

Ingredients:

• 450 gr lean ground beef

• 2 teaspoons chili powder or flakes

• 1 small can sweet corn

• 1 can whole black beans

• 400 ml fat-free beef broth

• 1 can diced tomatoes

• sour cream

• chives

• Salt to taste

Preparation:

• Season the meat with chili powder and salt, place in a pot (sprayed with cooking oil) over medium-high heat and cook for 6 minutes or until the meat is browned, stirring constantly to break up the meat. Once cooked, drain excess liquid if any.

• Add to the pot with meat the corn, beans, beef broth and tomatoes, bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat, simmer for 10 minutes. Uncover and continue cooking for 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally.

• Serve in soup bowls and top with a teaspoon of sour cream and chives.

Bon appétit!