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  2. FOR THE BREAD BOWL:

  3. 1 large round bread loaf

  4. FOR THE CHILI:

  5. 1 medium jalapeno pepper -- diced

  6. 12 ounces lean ground beef

  7. 2 teaspoons olive oil

  8. 2 medium yellow onions -- chopped

  9. cups)

  10. 1 medium green bell pepper -- chopped

  11. cup)

  12. 1 tablespoon chili powder

  13. 1 can whole tomatoes -- (14-1/2 ounces)

  14. 1/4 cup no-salt-added tomato paste

  15. 1 can red kidney beans -- (8-1/2 ounces)

  16. drained and rinsed 1 can whole kernel corn -- (7 ounces) drained

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  1. Making the bread bowl: Using a serrated knife, slice off about an inchfrom the top of the bread. Carve out a "bowl" from within the bread,leaving about 1 inch inside.

  2. Making the chili: To chop jalapeno pepper, use a knife and fork to holdin place. Chop pepper into fine pieces. Avoid touching seeds with yourhands. In a large nonstick skillet, cook beef over medium heat, stirring,until browned, about 5 minutes. Drain beef. In same skillet, heat oil overmedium heat. Add onions; cook, stirring, for 5 minutes. Add bell pepper,jalapeno pepper and chili powder; cook, stirring, for 5 minutes. Add beef,tomatoes with liquid and tomato paste; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low;

  3. simmer for 25 minutes. Add beans and corn; cook 5 minutes longer. Ladlechili into bread bowl and serve immediately.

  4. Kitchen Tips: Once you serve the chili, slice the bread bowl into wedgesand serve. The flavor of the chili gives the bread an added zest.

  5. Bread Tips: Choose a hearty bread that feels heavy for its size.

  6. Pumpernickel raisin, corn rye or sourdough bread are good choices. If thetexture of the bread is too soft, the chili will be absorbed too quickly.

  7. Serving Idea: Serve this chili as a winter warmer lunch. Make the chili thenight before. Reheat just before you are ready to serve. Along with adollop of sour cream, garnish the chili with shredded cheddar cheese andchopped cilantro.

  8. Good Idea: For extra spice, add 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the chiliwhen simmering.

  9. Simply Chili: Of course, this chili can also be served without the breadbowl. Serve the chili over rice or noodles to make a complete meal.

  10. A Great Duo: Fill a bread bowl with your favorite chunky beef stew. Thebread will absorb some of the flavor of the stew, making for a greataccompaniment.

  11. Attention to Detail: Another popular dish to serve in a bread bowl isCreamy Spinach Dip. The inside of the bread is cubed and served alongsidethe dip.

  12. Creamy Spinach Dip1 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained1 cup sour cream1/2 cup cottage cheese1 tablespoon dried onion flakes1 teaspoon lemon juiceSalt and pepper to tasteCombine all ingredients in a large bowl. Chill for 2 hours. Return to roomtemperature before serving.

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