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Chili

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chili
Author: Katelyn McQuillan

Equipment

  • Large stockpot
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Can opener
  • Measuring spoons
  • Cooking utensils

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs ground beef
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced

Seasonings

  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon Adobo seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper can add more if needed
  • 2 tsp steak seasoning
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • Scant 1/2 tbsp salt
  • Scant 1/2 tbsp pepper

Liquids

  • 28 oz tomato purée
  • 1/2-1 cup water
  • 1-2 teaspoons hot sauce start with 1 and add more to taste
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar

Beans

  • 1 can kidney beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed

Instructions

  • Mix seasonings in a small bowl. Set aside.
  • Brown 3 lbs ground beef. Drain well
  • Add onion and garlic to the pot with browned beef. Cook for 10 minutes over medium heat.
  • Add seasonings. Stir to coat the meat. Cook 1-2 minutes.
  • Add liquids and sugar. Stir to combine.
  • Add beans and stir.
  • Simmer at least 45 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  • Serve with sour cream, cheddar cheese, or tortilla chips.

Notes

Tips:  If your chili comes out too spicy, add more brown sugar to help balance it out.  This recipe is a little spicy, so if you like a milder chili, try omitting the hot sauce and cayenne pepper.  You can always add some after it simmers.
The amount of water that you add to the chili will change its consistency.  If you like a saucier chili, add closer to 1 cup of water  If you like a thicker chili, add a little to no water.