Chili I Homemade Chili for Every Occasion
Chili I is a flavourful, meaty dish packed with ground beef, beans, tomatoes, and spices. It’s a classic comfort food that’s easy to make, hearty, and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 2 cans (15 oz each) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 ½ cups water or beef broth
Instructions
- Brown the beef: In a large pot, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add vegetables: Stir in onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Season: Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir well to coat the beef evenly.
- Add liquids: Pour in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and water or broth. Mix to combine.
- Simmer: Bring to a gentle boil, reduce heat, and simmer uncovered for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add beans: Stir in kidney beans and sugar. Simmer for another 20–25 minutes until thickened.
- Serve: Garnish with shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped green onions. Serve hot.
Notes
- Use half ground beef and half sausage for richer flavour.
- Adjust chili powder and cayenne for your desired heat.
- For thicker chili, simmer uncovered longer.
- Chili tastes even better after resting overnight.
- Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months for easy reheating.