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Cozy Homemade Chili with Ground Beef and Beans

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A warm and hearty chili made with ground beef, kidney and pinto beans, and a blend of spices. Perfect for cozy nights and quick comfort food.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) 80/20 ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium bell pepper, diced (red or green)
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425g) tomato sauce
  • 1 can (14.5 oz / 410g) diced tomatoes, drained slightly
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425g) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425g) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup (240ml) low sodium beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Optional: dash of hot sauce or cayenne pepper

Instructions

  1. Dice the onion and bell pepper, mince the garlic, and drain and rinse the kidney and pinto beans (about 10 minutes).
  2. Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large pot. Add ground beef and cook until browned but not fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add chopped onion and bell pepper; cook for 5 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Add chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir well to coat beef and veggies evenly.
  5. Pour in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and beef broth. Stir to combine, scraping up browned bits from the bottom.
  6. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover partially and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.
  7. Stir in kidney and pinto beans. Simmer uncovered for another 10-15 minutes to warm beans and meld flavors.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or hot sauce. Add water or broth if chili is too thick.
  9. Serve warm, garnished with sour cream, shredded cheese, chopped green onions, or fresh cilantro as desired.

Notes

Brown the meat properly to develop flavor. Add beans near the end to keep texture. Let chili rest off heat for 10 minutes before serving to let flavors settle. If chili tastes flat, add a splash of apple cider vinegar or a teaspoon of sugar.

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Keywords: chili, ground beef chili, homemade chili, beef and beans, comfort food, easy chili recipe, cozy chili

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