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Campfire Chili with Cornbread Topping

This Campfire Chili with Cornbread Topping is the perfect hearty, comforting meal for any outdoor adventure or cozy gathering. 
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Ingredients
  

For the Chili:

  • 1 lb ground beef or vegetarian substitute
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can kidney beans drained
  • 1 can black beans drained
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 can tomato paste
  • 1 cup broth
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Cornbread Topping:

  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1 egg

Instructions
 

  • Brown the ground beef in a large pot, then add onion and garlic. Cook until softened.
  • Stir in beans, tomatoes, tomato paste, broth, and seasonings. Simmer for 20-30 minutes.
  • Prepare cornbread topping by mixing dry ingredients, then adding wet ingredients.
  • Spread cornbread batter over the chili, cover, and cook over the campfire for 20-30 minutes until golden.