The Ultimate Slow Cooked Chili

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 lbs ground beef
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 green bell peppers, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 jalapenos, seeded and minced (optional, for heat)
• 1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
• 1 (15 oz) can tomato paste
• 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/2 tsp salt
• Toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro, chopped onions, cornbread

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

6 hours

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Drain off any excess fat.
2. Add the onion, green bell peppers, red bell peppers, garlic, and jalapenos (if using) to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, kidney beans, black beans, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, oregano, black pepper, and salt. Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered for 6 hours, or until the chili has thickened and the flavors have melded.
4. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
5. Serve hot with desired toppings.

Nutritional Information:

(Per 1 cup serving)

• Calories: 438
• Fat: 19g
• Protein: 30g
• Carbohydrates: 47g
• Fiber: 14g

Dish Characteristics:

• Hearty and flavorful
• Slow-cooked for maximum tenderness and flavor
• Customizable with a variety of toppings

User Comments:

• "This is the best chili recipe I've ever tried. It's so flavorful and satisfying." - Sarah
• "I love that this chili is so easy to make. I just throw everything in the pot and let it cook all day." - John
• "My family loved this chili! It's now my go-to recipe for cold weather meals." - Mary

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have 6 hours to cook the chili, you can cook it on the stovetop over medium heat for 2-3 hours.
• For a milder chili, omit the jalapenos.
• To add more heat, add an extra jalapeno or two, or stir in some cayenne pepper.
• Serve the chili with a variety of toppings to allow guests to customize their meals.