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Homemade Chili

This hearty homemade chili is packed with flavor and loaded with beans and ground meat, making it a perfect comfort food for chilly days.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 oz
  • 1 can kidney beans 15 oz, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can black beans 15 oz, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup beef broth
For the Topping
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup green onions sliced

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  2. Add diced onions and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until onions are translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Stir in the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, chili powder, cumin, salt, and beef broth.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. If the chili is too thick, add a bit more beef broth to reach your desired consistency.
  6. Once finished, remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving.
  7. Serve hot, topped with shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5g

Notes

For added heat, consider adding diced jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper. This chili can also be made a day ahead for improved flavors.

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