Hearty Beef and Bean Chili

There's nothing quite like a steaming bowl of hearty chili to warm you up on a cold winter's day. This classic recipe combines savory ground beef, flavorful spices, and a medley of beans to create a satisfying dish that can be topped with sour cream, jalapeño slices, and shredded cheddar cheese for that extra burst of flavor.

Ingredients

🥩 1 pound ground beef
🌶 2 packets chili seasoning
🧅 1 medium onion, chopped
🧄 3 cloves garlic, chopped
🫑 1 bell pepper (any color), chopped
🍅 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
🫘 1 can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
🫘 1 can Great Northern beans, drained and rinsed
🍅 2 tablespoons tomato paste
🥣 2 cups beef broth
🐓 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon
🌶 1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1- Brown the Beef:

In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, brown the ground beef.
Once browned, drain any excess fat.

2- Cook Vegetables:

Add the chopped garlic, onion, and bell pepper to the pot.
Stir and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 3-5 minutes.

3- Add Remaining Ingredients:

Mix in the diced tomatoes, red kidney beans, Great Northern beans, chili seasoning, chicken bouillon, black pepper, and tomato paste.
Stir well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.

4- Simmer:

Pour in the beef broth, giving the mixture a final stir.
Cover the pot, reduce the heat to medium-low, and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend together beautifully.

5- Serve:

Once cooked, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve hot with your favorite toppings such as sour cream, jalapeño slices, and shredded cheddar cheese.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: Approximately 450 per serving
Proteins: 30g
Fats: 15g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Equipment: Large pot or Dutch oven, stirring spoon, chopping board, and knife.