Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 bell peppers, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 (15 oz) cans black beans
- 2 (15 oz) cans kidney beans
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 (28 oz) cans diced tomatoes
- 1 cup tomato paste
- 1/4 cup chili powder
- 2 tablespoons ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Toppings (optional): shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped onions
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
2 hours
Difficulty Level:
2 (Medium)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Brown the ground beef in a large pot over medium heat. Drain if necessary.
- Add the onion, bell peppers, and garlic to the pot and cook until softened.
- Stir in the black beans, kidney beans, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, oregano, cayenne pepper, and salt and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 2 hours, or until the chili has thickened.
- Serve hot with desired toppings.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Sodium: 1000mg
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich, hearty, and savory
- Balanced blend of spices
- Perfect for a cold winter day
- Easily customizable with toppings
User Comments:
- "The best chili I've ever had! The flavor is incredible." - John S.
- "A comforting and delicious dish that's sure to please everyone." - Mary P.
- "I love that it's easy to make and so customizable with different toppings." - David K.
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have time to simmer the chili for 2 hours, you can reduce it to 30 minutes. However, the longer the chili cooks, the better the flavor will be.
- To make a vegetarian chili, substitute the ground beef with crumbled tofu or lentils.
- For a spicier chili, add more cayenne pepper to taste.
