Cornbread-Topped Chili-in-a-Jar Recipe

It’s tailgate time and this easy-to-assemble hearty meal on-the-go is a total game changer.

Chili and Cheese in Mason Jars

Chili & Cornbread Mason Jar

It's tailgate time and this easy to assemble Chili & Cornbread Mason Jar is a total game changer.

Photo by: Flynnside Out Productions

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Ingredients:

12 cornbread muffins made from prepackaged cornbread mix
6 cups of your favorite chili recipe
1 cup sour cream
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 bunch green onions, sliced

Yield: Makes 6

Instructions:

Prepare Cornbread Muffins

Prepare cornbread muffins, then using a knife, slice each muffin in half.

Layer Ingredients

Place cornbread in the bottom of the jar (Image 1), then add 1/2 cup chili (Image 2), and 1/4 cup shredded cheese (Image 3). Repeat until layers are about 1 inch below the rim of jar.

Top Off and Garnish

Top off layers with 2 tablespoons of sour cream (Image 1) and garnish with sliced green onion (Image 2).

Finishing Touch

To keep this meal totally mobile, tie on a spoon using pretty twine.

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