Jul 17 2026

Chili Recipe

Time45m
Serves6

Home-style chili with cheddar cheese.

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Ingredients

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Chili Ingredients

Method

Cooking Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Base

    In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions, garlic, and bell pepper. Sauté until the onions are translucent.

  2. 2

    Cook the Meat

    Add the ground beef to the pot. Cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until it is browned and no longer pink.

  3. 3

    Add Ingredients

    Stir in diced tomatoes, kidney beans, tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and water. Mix well.

  4. 4

    Simmer

    Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Ladle the chili into bowls, top with shredded cheddar cheese, and serve hot.

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