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Winter warmer

18/6/2016

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By Jan Cheshire
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THIS is a real winter warmer. Yes, the cocoa powder is a bit unusual, but it makes quite a difference.  The chilli dish seems to me to be a lot smoother and silkier with the addition of cocoa.  The combination with avocado is lovely too.  Go for it!  Make it a bit hotter (or milder) if you like.  It’s always a great favourite with all the family.
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CHILLI BEEF WITH AVOCADO
Serves 4

Ingredients
2 tablespoons of olive oil
1 large onion finely chopped
500 grams of minced beef
400 grams of tinned tomatoes
2 tablespoons of tomato paste
1 tablespoon of cocoa powder
1 teaspoon of chilli powder (more or less to your taste)
420 gram tin of kidney or cannellini beans
Large pinch of dried oregano
2 avocados peeled and chopped

Method
  1. Cook the onion until translucent, add the minced beef and cook for 4-5 minutes, until browned.
  2. Reduce heat to medium and stir in tomatoes and tomato paste, cocoa, chilli powder and oregano.
  3. Simmer for 15 minutes until the beef is cooked, then add the beans and simmer for 5 minutes
  4. Divide the rice among dishes. Top with the chilli beef then the avocado. 
  5. Serve with boiled rice and garnish with coriander and corn chips if wished.
 
Enjoy!
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