Ingredients and Weight:
- Ground beef, 1.5 lbs
- Onion, 1 large (1 cup chopped)
- Green bell pepper, 1 large (1 cup chopped)
- Red bell pepper, 1 large (1 cup chopped)
- Garlic, 3 cloves (1 tablespoon minced)
- Chili powder, 3 tablespoons
- Cumin, 2 teaspoons
- Oregano, 1 teaspoon
- Smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon
- Tomato sauce, 28 ounces (1 can)
- Diced tomatoes with green chilies, 14.5 ounces (1 can)
- Beef broth, 2 cups
- Kidney beans, 15 ounces (1 can, drained)
- Pinto beans, 15 ounces (1 can, drained)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
30-45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
1 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Brown the ground beef in a large pot over medium heat. Drain off any excess fat.
- Add the onion, bell peppers, and garlic to the pot and cook until softened for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the chili powder, cumin, oregano, and smoked paprika. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Add the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, beef broth, kidney beans, and pinto beans.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-45 minutes, or until the chili has thickened.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1 cup):
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Dietary Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 30g
Dish Characteristics:
- Hearty and flavorful
- Mild to medium in heat, suitable for American taste
- Can be served with cornbread, tortillas, or rice
User Comments:
- "This chili is so easy to make and tastes amazing! My family loved it."
- "I added some grated cheddar cheese on top, and it was perfect."
- "I'm not a big fan of beans, but I didn't even notice them in this chili."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have smoked paprika, you can substitute regular paprika.
- For a spicier chili, add more chili powder or a chopped jalapeño pepper.
- If the chili is too thick for your liking, add more beef broth.
