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How to Make Homemade Chili Recipe (Ground Beef and Beans)

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  • Author: Anna
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 120 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dishes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This homemade chili features an irresistible blend of ground beef, beans, and spices. It’s a comforting dish perfect for quick meals or gatherings, packed with rich flavors you’ll love.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces bacon chopped
  • 1 large yellow onion diced
  • 1 red bell pepper seeds and core removed, diced
  • 1 jalapeno pepper diced
  • 2 carrots minced
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 pounds lean ground beef
  • 2 teaspoons light brown sugar
  • 2 and 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 teaspoons chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 6 ounce can tomato paste
  • 1 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes with basil
  • 3 15 ounce cans of beans 1 red kidney beans, 1 black beans, 1 pinto beans recommended, drained and rinsed
  • 3 cups beef broth or 2 cups beef broth and 1 cup pilsner beer

Instructions

  1. In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, fry the bacon until crispy, stirring frequently. Drain on a paper towel lined plate and set aside.
  2. Leave the bacon grease in the pan. Add the onion, bell peppers, jalapeño, and carrots, and sauté until soft and almost caramelized, about 8 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Add the ground beef and brown it, stirring gently to keep larger chunks. Cook until deeply browned, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  4. Stir in the brown sugar, salt, black pepper, and all spices, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  5. Add the tomato paste, stirring well, and cook for about 2 minutes before adding crushed tomatoes and cooking for another 2 minutes.
  6. Mix in the cooked bacon, beans, and broth (and beer if using) and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer for 2 hours, stirring occasionally and adding more broth if it becomes too thick.
  7. Scoop into bowls and serve with desired garnishes.

Notes

This chili can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Consider adding toppings like sour cream, cheese, or green onions for added flavor.
Adjust the spices according to your heat preference.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 500
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 1000mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

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