Simple Beef Chili Con Carne

How to Make Simple Beef Chili Con Carne at Home

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Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 cans kidney beans
• 28 oz tomato sauce
• 1 medium onion
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tbsp cumin
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 medium bell pepper
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup water

Instructions

1. 1

   Dice the onion and bell pepper, and mince the garlic cloves.

2. 2

   In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.

3. 3

   Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.

4. 4

   Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

5. 5

   Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the pot. Cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula.

6. 6

   Drain and rinse the kidney beans, then add them to the pot along with the tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and water.

7. 7

   Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a boil.

8. 8

   Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the chili simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

9. 9

   Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

10. 10

    Serve hot, garnished with your choice of toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or green onions.