Slow Cooker Mole Chili

The rich bitterness of cocoa balances the lively zest from salsa and chipotle chili powder in this classic Mexican chili.

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ingredients 14
Prep Time 30 min
Total Time 8 hr 30 min

Ingredients

1 1/2: lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef

2: medium onions, chopped (1 cup)

6: cloves garlic, finely chopped

1: can (28 oz) diced or whole (coarsely chopped) tomatoes, undrained

1: jar (16 oz) Old El Paso® Thick ‘n Chunky salsa

2: cans (15 to 16 oz each) pinto beans, undrained

2: tablespoons unsweetened baking cocoa

1: tablespoon chili powder

2: teaspoons smoked paprika

2: teaspoons ground cumin

1: to 2 teaspoons chipotle chili powder

1/2: teaspoon salt

1/8: teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2: cup chopped fresh cilantro

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Directions

1 In 12-inch skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain.
2 In 4- to 5-quart slow cooker, mix beef mixture and remaining ingredients except cilantro.
3 Cover; cook on Low heat setting 7 to 8 hours. Top individual servings with cilantro.

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Expert Tips

Adjust the heat level by choosing mild, medium or hot salsa or ranging the level of chipotle chili powder.

Mole is a spicy Mexican sauce made with a blend of onions, garlic, a mixture of chiles and Mexican chocolate. To duplicate Mexican chocolate, this recipe contains cinnamon and cocoa powder for richness without sweetness.

Nutrition Information

NUTRITION INFORMATION PER SERVING

Serving Size: 1 Serving (1 3/4 Cup)

Calories: 460
Calories from Fat: 130),

% Daily Value

Total Fat: 14g; 14%
(Saturated Fat 5g, 5% Trans Fat 1g 1% ),
Cholesterol: 70mg; 70%;
Sodium: 1190mg; 1190%;
Total Carbohydrate: 50g; 50%
(Dietary Fiber 14g 14% Sugars 8g 8% ),
Protein: 33g; 33%

% Daily Value*:

Vitamin A: 35%;
Vitamin C: 15%;
Calcium: 15%;
Iron: 40%;

Exchanges:

2 Starch; 0 Fruit; 1 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Skim Milk; 0 Low-Fat Milk; 0 Milk; 1 Vegetable; 0 Very Lean Meat; 3 1/2 Lean Meat; 0 High-Fat Meat; 1/2 Fat;