Jul 13 2026
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Joe’s Original Beef Chili Recipe

Inspired by Joe's American Bar & Grill
Time1h
Serves6

Gluten Free, beans, onion, bell pepper, sour cream, cheddar

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Ingredients

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Chili Base

Toppings

Method

Chili Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Beef

    In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once heated, add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Stir occasionally to break up the meat.

  2. 2

    Sauté the Vegetables

    Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 3-5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add the Beans and Tomatoes

    Stir in the canned diced tomatoes with their juice, kidney beans (drained and rinsed), and black beans (drained and rinsed).

  4. 4

    Season the Chili

    Add the chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

  5. 5

    Simmer the Chili

    Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. For best results, simmer for 1 hour to develop deeper flavors.

Serving the Chili

  1. 6

    Serve and Garnish

    Ladle the chili into bowls and top each serving with a dollop of sour cream and a generous sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese.

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