Chili

Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
  • 1 (10 oz) can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilis
  • 2 (8 oz) cans tomato sauce
  • 2 T cumin
  • 2 T chili powder
  • 1 t salt
  • 1/2 t cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 t paprika
  • 1 (14 oz) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (14 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 C water

Optional toppings

  • Shredded cheddar cheese
  • Avocado
  • Sour cream
Instructions
  1. Cook ground beef, onion, jalapeño, and green pepper in a large pot over medium-high heat until beef is cooked
  2. Drain excess grease
  3. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and spices
  4. Bring to a boil
  5. Reduce heat to low, add beans and water
  6. Cover and simmer for one hour
  7. Serve hot with favorite toppings

Notes

  • You can also prepare this in a slow cooker by starting with browned meat and then slow cooking on low for 2–4 hours.
  • You can add time later by switching to the warm setting.
Cooking Method
Yields 6 servings