Chili is a yummy meal that is best when it’s from your mom’s crock pot. It is a meal in itself and needs little else to make it one of the best winter meals. Just pair it with some bread, lots of sour cream, and cheese. The recipe is super simple: you just throw it in the slow cooker and leave it all day for the best results. Everyone’s version is different, but here is one recipe that anyone can make!

Recipe:

• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (16 oz) chili beans
• 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Directions:

1. In a skillet, brown the beef and onion over medium heat; drain fat
2. In a large slow cooker, combine the beef and onion with all other ingredients.
3. Cook on low setting for 6-8 hours.

Enjoy this recipe on a cold fall or winter day, snuggled up, with a large bowl of this delicious chili. If you’re looking for something a little more complex to make, you can add a side like a salad or some cornbread. If cornbread floats your boat, and you want more than an easy box recipe, use this to help you improve your meal:

Ingredients:

• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus butter for baking dish
• 1 cup cornmeal
• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 1/2 cups buttermilk

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Grease an 8 in. baking pan
2. Mix together cornmeal, flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt
3. In another bowl, mix eggs, buttermilk, and butter. Combine with dry ingredients and fold together until smooth.
4. Put into baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.

Use these handy recipes and make a nice meal for your family or just for yourself. They are truly delicious and definitely fun to make!