Chili & Cheese Recipe
A hearty bowl of spicy chili topped with melted cheese, perfect for warming up on a chilly day.
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Ingredients
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Chili Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
Prepare the Chili
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, red bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until the onions are translucent.
Brown the Meat
Add the ground beef to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
Add Ingredients
Stir in the kidney beans, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Simmer
Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Serve with Cheese
Ladle the chili into bowls and top with shredded cheese of your choice. Serve hot.