Classic Beef Chili
Classic beef chili is a delicious comfort food meal made by simmering seasoned ground beef and beans in a hearty tomato sauce for a dinner the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 2 tbs Olive Oil
- 1 large Green Bell Pepper, chopped
- 1 large Onion, chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 pounds Ground Beef
- 2 (28 oz) cans Crushed Tomatoes
- 15.5 oz can Red Kidney Beans, rinsed and drained
- 15.5 oz can Dark Kidney Beans, rinsed and drained
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 6 cups Beef Broth
- 2 teaspoon Chili Powder
- 2 Cayanne Pepper
- teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 tbs Garlic Powder
- Optional Toppings: Shredded Cheddar Cheese, Sour Cream, Green Onions
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the oil over medium high heat and add the chopped pepper, onion and garlic.
- Season the vegetables with salt, pepper, 1 teaspoon of chili powder and 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper and sauté until soft.
- Add the ground beef, lightly season with salt and pepper and break the beef down into small pieces as it cooks.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, beans and beef broth and re-season the chili with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, 1 teaspoon of chili powder and 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper. (taste and add more seasoning if needed)
- Bring the heat down from medium high to low and let the chili simmer for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors blend together.
- Add the chili to individual serving dishes, top with shredded cheese, sour cream and green onions (if desired) and enjoy!