Joe's Original Beef Chili Recipe
beans, onion, bell pepper, sour cream, cheddar
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Spices
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Method
Preparation
- 1
Chop Vegetables
Chop the onion and bell pepper into small pieces. Mince the garlic cloves.
- 2
Drain Beans
Open the canned kidney and black beans, and drain the liquid. Rinse them under cold water.
Cooking
- 3
Brown the Beef
In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
- 5
Add Beans and Tomatoes
Stir in the drained kidney beans, black beans, canned diced tomatoes, and tomato paste. Mix well.
- 6
Season the Chili
Add chili powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Stir to combine.
- 7
Simmer
Reduce the heat to low and let the chili simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. The longer it simmers, the better the flavor.
Serving
- 8
Serve the Chili
Ladle the chili into bowls and top with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese.