Classic Chili Recipe

Name: Classic Chili Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 large onion (diced); 2-3 jalapeno peppers (diced (use bell pepper for milder heat)); 6 cloves garlic; 2 pounds lean ground beef; 3 tablespoons chili powder (or more to taste); 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra spicy); Salt and black pepper to taste; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 1/2 cups beef broth; 1 15 ounce can diced tomatoes (with juices (or use fire roasted tomatoes as a tasty alternative, my preference)); 1 15 ounce can crushed tomatoes (with juices); 2 15 ounce cans red kidney beans (drained and rinsed); Optional Extras: 1 tablespoon or more hot sauce (1 tablespoon or more red pepper flakes (for a spicier version)); Toppings. Choose your favorites!

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Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes

Servings: 6

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Instructions

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Step 1

Heat the oil in a large pot to medium heat.

Step 2

Add the onion and peppers and cook 2-3 minutes to soften.

Step 3

Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.

Step 4

Add the ground beef and break apart with a wooden spoon. Brown the meat for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, cayenne, salt and pepper to taste, and tomato paste. Cook 1-2 minutes to let the spices bloom.

Step 6

Add the beef broth, tomatoes, and kidney beans.

Step 7

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors mingle and develop. You can simmer longer if you’d like, up to 60 minutes.

Step 8

Serve with your favorite chili toppings, like shredded cheddar cheese, spicy chili flakes, sour cream, chopped green onion, chopped cilantro or parsley, fritos or tortilla chips, or others.

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