I am a true fan of chili and cornbread and can eat this meal any time of the year. Here’s a Weight Watcher version of this spicy and delicious food.

Weight Watcher Classic Crockpot Beef Chili

Estimated value in POINTS per serving 2
for 6

Ingredients

1 lb. lean ground beef (10% or less)

2 garlic cloves, finely minced

2 tbsp. chilli powder

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 can (28 oz.) crushed tomatoes

1 can (15 oz.) kidney beans, rinsed and drained

1 sweet onion, chopped

1/4 cup canned chopped chilies

2 tbsp. Tomato paste

Sprigs of oregano to decorate

Instructions

1. In a large nonstick skillet, brown beef and garlic over medium heat, stirring occasionally to break up beef. Drain excess fat. Add the chili powder and cumin and stir to combine.

2. Combine the tomatoes, beans, onion, chiles, and tomato paste in a crockpot. Stir in meat mixture. Cover and cook on high until flavors meld, 4 to 5 hours. Serve garnished with oregano.

Weight Watcher’s Best Skillet Cornbread

Estimated value in POINTS per serving 2

Serves 12
 
Ingredients

1 cup whole wheat flour

4 teaspoons baking powder

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup yellow cornmeal

1/2 cup white cornmeal

1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce

2 tbsp. vegetable oil

1 cup buttermilk

1/4 cup honey

1/3 cup egg white

2 tablespoons fat-free egg substitute

Instructions

Sift the flour, baking powder and salt.

Add the cornmeal and stir until combined.

Add the remaining ingredients and stir until combined.

Pour into prepared 9-inch cast iron skillet with cooking spray.

Bake at 350 degrees for about 30 minutes or until golden brown.

quick tips

Spray the crockpot with cooking spray for easier cleanup.

This meal is very filling, but if you’re not quite satisfied, you can add a garden salad.