Here’s a classic recipe for chili with ground beef:
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, diced avocado, tortilla chips
Instructions:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper to the pot with the ground beef. Cook for a few minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, drained kidney beans, and black beans.
- Add the chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, diced avocado, and tortilla chips.
- Enjoy your delicious homemade chili!