Texas Beef Chili

Ingredients

• •1 lb ground beef
• •1 medium onion, chopped
• •2 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 bell pepper, chopped (red or green)
• •1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• •1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
• •2 tbsp chili powder
• •1 tsp ground cumin
• •1 tsp smoked paprika
• •1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust for spice preference)
• •1 tsp salt
• •1/2 tsp black pepper
• •1 tbsp olive oil
• •1 cup beef broth (or water)
• •Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, cilantro

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add the chopped onion and bell pepper, cooking for 5 minutes until softened.

3. 3

   Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

4. 4

   Add the ground beef to the pot, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

5. 5

   Drain excess grease if needed. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper, cooking for another 2 minutes to bloom the spices.

6. 6

   Mix in the crushed tomatoes, kidney beans, and beef broth. Stir well to combine.

7. 7

   Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

8. 8

   Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving hot with desired toppings.