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Easy Chili

Name: Easy Chili
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 large onion; 1 bell pepper; 4-5 garlic cloves; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 lb ground beef (90/10); 1 tbsp tomato paste; 3 tbsp chili powder; 1 tbsp cumin; ¼ tsp cayenne pepper; 1½ tsp oregano; 1 tsp salt; ¼ tsp cracked black pepper; 1 tbsp cocoa powder; 1 tbsp brown sugar; 15 oz diced tomatoes, canned; 8 oz tomato sauce, canned; 15½ oz black beans, canned; 15½ oz pinto beans, canned; 2 cups beef broth; ~1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded; ~¼ cups green onion, chopped; ~½ cup sour cream

⏱ 25 min

A satisfying and hearty beef and bean chili recipe that's easy to make and perfect comfort food. Requires just a few fresh ingredients, a handful of pantry staples, and about 25 minutes of active cooking time. Perfect for cold nights, game days, or anytime you need a quick meal.

Adapted from a video by Preppy Kitchen

Easy Chili Recipe

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Ingredients

onion1 large
bell pepper1
garlic cloves4-5
olive oil2 tbsp
ground beef (90/10)1 lb
tomato paste1 tbsp
chili powder3 tbsp
cumin1 tbsp
cayenne pepper¼ tsp
oregano1½ tsp
salt1 tsp
cracked black pepper

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1
Prepare the vegetables: dice 1 large onion, halve and seed a bell pepper, slice it into strips and dice it, and press or mince 4-5 garlic cloves.
2
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a Dutch oven or large pot on medium-high heat. Once the oil shimmers, add the diced onion and bell pepper, cooking for about 5 minutes until slightly softened.
3
Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
4
Add 1 pound of ground beef (90/10 lean), breaking it into small pieces and cooking until no longer pink.
5
Reduce heat to medium and stir in 1 tablespoon of tomato paste, mixing well.
6
Add the spices: 3 tablespoons of chili powder, 1 tablespoon of cumin, 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, 1.5 teaspoons of oregano, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of cracked black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
7
Stir in 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder and 1 tablespoon of brown sugar to add depth of flavor and balance the spices.
8
Add a 15 oz can of diced tomatoes, 8 oz can of tomato sauce, the drained and rinsed beans (black beans and pinto beans), and 2 cups of beef broth. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up any caramelized bits from the bottom.
9
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 25-30 minutes, allowing the liquid to reduce and flavors to meld together.
10
Taste the chili and adjust for salt and heat. Add more seasoning if needed.
11
Ladle into bowls and top with shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, and a dollop of sour cream.

Easy Chili

Ingredients

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