Comfort & Family

Beef Chili

Name: Beef Chili
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef (80/20); 2 cans kidney beans, drained; 28 oz crushed tomatoes; 14 oz diced tomatoes; 1 large onion, diced; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 5 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp chili powder; 2 tsp cumin; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp oregano; 1/2 tsp cayenne; 1 bottle dark beer (optional); 2 tbsp olive oil; Salt and pepper; Sour cream, shredded cheddar, green onions, jalapeños to serve

⏱ 1 hr 30 min👤 Serves 8

Instructions

Brown ground beef in large pot over high heat in batches, seasoning with salt and pepper. Remove and set aside.
In same pot, cook onion and pepper over medium heat 5 minutes. Add garlic and all spices and cook 1 minute until fragrant. This blooming step is crucial for flavor depth.
Return beef. Add beer if using and let it reduce 2 minutes. Add both tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then simmer uncovered for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add beans and simmer another 20 minutes. The chili should be thick and rich. Season and adjust heat level.
Serve with all the toppings and cornbread on the side.

Notes

Chili is always better the next day — make it on Sunday and eat it all week. It freezes perfectly for up to 3 months.

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