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Best Beef Chili Recipe

Best Beef Chili Recipe

A hearty chili made with ground beef, beans, tomatoes, and bold spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Rest 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • Beef:
  • 1½ pounds ground beef
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • Base:
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • Spices:
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp oregano
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper
  • Chili:
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can kidney beans
  • 1 can black beans
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • Topping:
  • Shredded cheese
  • Sour cream
  • Green onions
  • Cilantro

Instructions
 

  • Prepare and chop all ingredients.
  • Brown ground beef until fully cooked.
  • Add onion and garlic and cook until soft.
  • Stir in spices and cook briefly.
  • Add crushed tomatoes and mix well.
  • Add beans and broth and combine.
  • Bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Simmer until thick and flavorful.
  • Adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Serve with toppings.

Notes

Simmer for deeper flavor
Adjust spice level
Do not overcook beans
Serve hot