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Fall has officially arrived here in Ohio – the leaves are turning beautiful shades of rust, brown and gold, but the temperature seems to want to hold steady in the low 80’s. I’ve been totally disregarding the uncharacteristically warm weather by cooking and baking some of my fall favorites. Though I will say it’s a bit odd to have the aroma of pumpkin bread being wafted through my house with aid of the central air.

This week’s Holiday Recipe Exchange is centered around one-pot meals. Think hearty stews, soups, casseroles and of course – chili. And what better vessel to prepare these one pot meals than a gorgeous Le Creuset French Oven?

I have had a sticky note flagging this recipe for Prime Rib Chili for about a year now. There was just something about a homemade chili powder and the use of Prime Rib that caught my eye. And seriously, what sounds like more of a man pleasing, football watching meal than a hearty chili made with Prime Rib?

This chili takes a little bit of time to prepare and is also not the cheapest one in my chili repertoire, but in my opinion, it is worth the splurge – especially if you catch a good sale on Prime Rib.

This chili is also sans the beans – which I totally caught Brian digging for in his bowl, but we both agreed they certainly weren’t missed. If beans are a must-have in your chili, I’m betting you can cut back on the Prime Rib and toss in a can of kidney beans.

The one thing I wouldn’t skimp in this recipe is the homemade chili powder – it was incredible and super easy. I just gave everything a quick whirl in my Magic Bullet and I was ready to go in a few minutes. Let it be known – this chili certainly has some kick. We found the level of spice and heat to be just perfect, but if you’re not fond of the heat, I’d definitely cut back on the chipotle peppers in adobo.


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Prime Rib Chili

By: Jamie

4.44 from 16 votes

Prep: 30 minutes mins

Cook: 5 hours hrs

Total: 5 hours hrs 30 minutes mins

Servings: 6

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Ingredients

  • 3 pounds cubed beef prime rib
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • Extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 large sweet onion diced
  • 5 garlic cloves peeled and halved
  • 3 canned chipotle peppers in adobo chopped*
  • ½ cup Chili Powder see recipe, below
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 28- ounce can whole San Marzano tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon grated unsweetened chocolate

Instructions

For the Chili Powder

  • Seed and hand-tear 2 ancho chiles (these are dried pablano peppers). Toast chile pieces and 2 tablespoons whole coriander seeds in a dry skillet over low heat until fragrant, shaking the skillet so they don't scorch. Put the chiles and coriander seeds in a blender and pulse until you have a fine powder. Add 2 tablespoons purchased chili powder, 2 tablespoons sweet paprika, 1 tablespoon ground cumin, 1 tablespoon dried oregano, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Process until well combined and you have a fine powder. Stir in 2 tablespoons kosher salt. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 months.

For the Chili

  • 1. Season the beef with salt and black pepper. Set a large, French Oven over medium-high heat and add in extra-virgin olive oil. When the pot is very hot, add the beef and stir until brown.

  • 2. Add in the onion, garlic, and chipotle peppers. Stir in chili powder. Stir in tomato paste and the entire can of tomatoes with their liquid into the pot. Stir in chocolate.

  • 3. Add enough water to just cover the meat and simmer over medium-low to low heat, uncovered, until the meat is forktender, about 2 hours.

  • 4. When the meat is forktender, use a slotted spoon to remove the beef to a cutting board. Using two forks, shred the beef into pieces and return it to the pot. At this point, taste the chili and season with salt and black pepper. Continue simmering for another 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

Notes

- Chile peppers are HOT, so wear gloves when preparing them for this chili. Be sure to keep your hands away from your face. Wash hands thoroughly after prepping the peppers.

- This chili is spicy – if you are fond of heat, you’ll want to cut back on the chipotle peppers in adobo.

- If you think the chili to too thick, gradually add in a little water until you reach the desired consistency.

- I have not tried this recipe with another chili powder; therefore I cannot comment as to how it will turn out.

- I found my dried ancho chiles near the fresh peppers at my local grocery store.

Adapted from Tyler Florence

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FAQs

What is the secret to a good prime rib? ›

The secret to making perfect prime rib, according to a Michelin-...
  1. Go with bone-in. You could always buy boneless, but, Syhabout says, a bone-in cut yields juicier, more flavorful meat. ...
  2. Use a wet rub, not a marinade. ...
  3. Cook it medium to medium-rare. ...
  4. Slice it thin. ...
  5. Doctor up the drippings.
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What is the prime rib cooking trick? ›

For best results, salt your prime rib on all surfaces with kosher salt at least 45 minutes before you start cooking it, and preferably the day before, leaving it in the fridge uncovered overnight. Initially, the salt will draw out some moisture and end up dissolving in it.

Should prime rib be covered while baking? ›

Step 3: Cooking Prime Rib

Cooking time will depend on the size of your roast and the prime rib temp you like best. Use these guidelines for how long to cook prime rib roast to your perfect doneness. Roast the meat, uncovered at 350°F, until desired doneness.

Should you cover prime rib with foil when cooking? ›

Do you cover prime rib roast when cooking? You can cover rib roast when cooking after searing it to help it retain some of its moisture, but it's not necessary. For the best results, leave the roast uncovered until you remove it from the oven or grill and place it at room temperature for resting.

How do restaurants make prime rib so tender? ›

How do restaurants make prime rib so tender? The secret to restaurant-style prime rib is cooking the meat super slow at low temperatures.

What is the most important thing to do before roasting a prime rib roast? ›

Remove the beef roast from the refrigerator 3 hours before you start to cook it. Sprinkle it with salt all over and let it sit, loosely wrapped in butcher paper. Roasts should be brought close to room temperature before they go into the oven to ensure more even cooking.

Is it better to cook prime rib at 325 or 350? ›

However, a general rule of thumb is to cook a prime rib roast at a low temperature, around 325°F (163°C), for about 15-20 minutes per pound. Here's a breakdown of the approximate cooking times for different levels of doneness at 325°F (163°C):

Do you put prime rib in oven fat side up or down? ›

Cook the Rib

Preheat the oven to 450°F. Place the roast fat side up, bone side down, in a large roasting pan. Cook for 15 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 325°F. This allows the heat to sear the roast, trapping the juicy flavors inside while the rest of the meat cooks.

Should I season my prime rib the night before? ›

Step 1: Season Overnight

The day before you plan to cook, you should generously season it with salt and pepper (and we mean generously). You want to use a significant sprinkling of kosher salt because the salt both tenderizes the muscle and flavors the meat all the way to the bone.

Should you sear prime rib before baking? ›

Lock in flavor and add flavor to your prime rib roast with a great sear before roasting. Don't skip this step! Learn how to cook a prime rib roast with Executive Chef Rose: https://www.omahasteaks.com/blog/recipes/dijon- herb-prime-rib-roast-with-garlic-butter-mushrooms/

Should prime rib be at room temperature before cooking? ›

Before you begin roasting, be sure your Prime Rib Roast is completely thawed. If frozen, thaw it in the refrigerator for at least 48 hours before preparing and bring the meat to room temperature. Remove your roast from the refrigerator for at least 1 hour (but no more than 2 hours) before roasting.

How do you get a perfect prime rib cooked? ›

Cook the prime rib at 500 F for 20 minutes. Then, turn the heat down to 325 F and cook it for another 1.5 hours – or until the internal temperature reaches. Once it's done, allow it to cool for 40 minutes under a foil tent. Then, slice it, serve with your favorite mashed potatoes, and enjoy!

What makes prime rib so delicious? ›

Prime rib has a large “eye” of meat in the center, which is juicy, tender, and marbled with fat. This eye has a fat-marbled muscle around it, and the whole thing is surrounded by a thick cap of fat. This means that prime rib is tender, juicy, and extremely flavorful because the muscles aren't heavily used.

How do you keep prime rib moist? ›

Letting your prime rib sit at room temperature for around 30 minutes before slicing it is called resting it, and resting your prime rib helps ensure it will be as juicy as possible. When you roast a piece of meat in a very hot oven, the juices from the outer regions flee toward the center of the roast.

What gives prime rib its flavor? ›

How to Cook Prime Rib. The second part of the cooking time is slowly finishing off the cooking process. This slower cook time really gives that fat on the prime rib time to render and seep into the meat, which adds a massive amount of flavor. Fat = flavor!

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