Jul 14 2026
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Chili Recipe

Inspired by The Back Alley Bar & Restaurant
Time1h
Serves6

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Optional Toppings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Dice the onion, bell pepper, and garlic cloves. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Cook the Ground Beef

    In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Saute the Vegetables

    Add the diced onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the pot with the ground beef. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

  2. 4

    Add the Spices

    Stir in the chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the spices are fragrant.

  3. 5

    Add the Tomatoes and Beans

    Pour in the canned diced tomatoes (with juices) and add both the kidney beans and black beans (drained and rinsed). Stir to combine.

  4. 6

    Simmer the Chili

    Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Let the chili cook for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve the Chili

    Ladle the chili into bowls and top with optional toppings such as sour cream, shredded cheese, chopped green onions, and diced avocado as desired.

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