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Best Old Fashioned Chili


  • Author: amelia
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

A hearty and comforting chili made with beef, beans, and tomatoes, perfect for cozy nights and gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 can tomato sauce
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes.
  4. Stir in chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper, mixing well.
  5. Add kidney beans, black beans, diced tomatoes, and tomato sauce. Stir to combine.
  6. Bring to a simmer and let cook for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Serve hot, optionally garnished with cheese or sour cream.

Notes

Chili tastes even better the next day, making it a great make-ahead meal.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: chili, comfort food, easy recipes, beef chili, weeknight dinner