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hearty beef chili recipe

Classic Beef Chili

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot
  • 1 Wooden spoon
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 sharp knife
  • 1 can opener
  • 1 measuring cup
  • 1 Measuring spoons set

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 green bell pepper chopped
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
  • 1 15-ounce can red kidney beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 15-ounce can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste

Instructions
 

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
  • Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and green bell pepper, and sauté until softened.
  • Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper, cooking for an additional minute.
  • Pour in the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, beef broth, and tomato paste.
  • Stir well to combine all ingredients.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
  • Cover and let simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat and let the chili rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For the best flavor, consider making the chili a day ahead as the flavors intensify over time. You can also adjust the level of spiciness by adding more chili powder or a dash of cayenne pepper if desired. Serve with toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped cilantro for added texture and taste.
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