Definition of CHILI CON CARNE

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Recent Examples on the Web There are also plenty of recipes to try out, ranging from West African dish, jollof rice, to chili con carne from Texas. — Perri Ormont Blumberg, Southern Living, "Lonely Planet Has Released 3 Free eBooks to Help You Channel Your Wanderlust Spirit at Home," 20 May 2020 It is used in all kinds of Mexican dishes, such as burritos, chili con carne, tacos, soups, stews, many of which might have a tomato base. — Katie Workman, NBC News, "Want to make more Mexican food at home? Stock your pantry with these staples," 4 May 2020 For novices, don’t expect Texas-style chili con carne in a bowl; the Cincinnati version is more akin to a thick sauce to top spaghetti or slather on a hot dog. — Tribune News Service, cleveland, "Exploring Cincinnati’s culinary scene," 1 Dec. 2019

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“Chili con carne.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chili%20con%20carne. Accessed 6 Jul. 2020.