Name: Beef Chili Con Carne
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 110 min
Yield: Serves 6-8
Ingredients: 2 lbs (900g) ground beef, 80/20 lean-to-fat ratio; 2 medium onions, finely diced; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 red bell peppers, diced; 2-3 jalapeño peppers, seeded and finely chopped; 3 tablespoons chili powder; 2 tablespoons ground cumin; 1 tablespoon dried oregano; 2 teaspoons smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes; 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste; 2 cans (15 oz each) kidney beans, drained and rinsed; 1 cup beef broth; Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Brown the beef

Heat a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 8-10 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Drain excess fat, leaving about 2 tablespoons in the pot.
Sauté the aromatics

Add the diced onions to the pot with the beef and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, bell peppers, and jalapeños, and cook for another 3-4 minutes until softened.
Add spices and tomatoes

Stir in the chili powder, cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, and coriander. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth. Stir well to combine, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
Simmer the chili

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover partially and simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Add beans and finish cooking

Add the drained and rinsed kidney beans to the pot. Continue to simmer, uncovered, for another 30 minutes until the chili has thickened and flavors have melded together. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Rest and serve

Remove from heat and let the chili rest for 10 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to settle and the chili to thicken slightly. Serve hot with your choice of toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, diced avocado, or chopped cilantro.

Beef Chili Con Carne

Ingredients

Instructions

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