Savory Homestyle Beef Chili Extravaganza
This hearty homemade beef chili is packed with flavor and perfect for a cozy meal. It's a delightful blend of ground beef, beans, and spices simmered to perfection.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 each red bell pepper diced
- 1 each green bell pepper diced
- 2 cans 15 oz each kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can 28 oz crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- to taste salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- optional garnishes: shredded cheese sour cream, chopped green onions, sliced jalapeños
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté onion and garlic for about 5 minutes until translucent.
- Add ground beef, breaking it up, and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes.
- Stir in red and green bell peppers, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes.
- Mix in tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, and cayenne pepper, cooking for 2 minutes.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes and beef broth, then add kidney and black beans.
- Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for at least 30 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with desired toppings.
Notes
Adjust the cayenne pepper to control the heat level.