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Homemade Chili

Hearty Homemade Chili

A flavorful and customizable chili recipe perfect for a cozy night in. This recipe is easy to make and packed with delicious ingredients.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound Ground Beef
  • 1 Large Onion chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 Green Bell Pepper chopped
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper chopped
  • 28 ounces Crushed Tomatoes can
  • 15 ounces Tomato Sauce can
  • 15 ounces Kidney Beans can, rinsed and drained
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 2 cups Beef Broth
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Brown the ground beef in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and bell peppers to the pot and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute more, stirring constantly, to toast the spices.
  4. Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans, and beef broth to the pot. Stir well to combine.
  5. Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for at least 1 hour, or up to 2 hours, stirring occasionally. The longer it simmers, the better the flavor.
  6. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve hot, topped with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, and chopped onions.

Notes

For a spicier chili, add a pinch of cayenne pepper. You can also substitute ground turkey or vegetarian crumbles for the beef. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.