Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsThe Lark Street TavernHouse Made Chili Recipe

House Made Chili Recipe

Time50m
Serves4

Our house made beef chili topped with shredded cheese

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Sauté Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Brown the Meat

    Add the ground beef to the pot. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 7-10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, kidney beans, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.

  4. 4

    Simmer the Chili

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

  5. 5

    Serve

    Ladle the chili into bowls and top with shredded cheese. Serve hot.

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