easy peasy!
don't be alarmed; it's not your "traditional" thick chili...
it has a slightly thinner consistency because all of the ingredients are super healthy!
treat yourself to the traditional chili fix-ins and a side of cornbread. enjoy!
Ingredients:
1 lb. lean ground beef
1 medium onion, diced (Save a few to the side if you want some as garnish.)
1 green pepper, diced
3-4 cloves garlic, minced
1 (15 oz.) can kidney, black, or pinto beans, drained
1 (14.5 oz.) can diced tomatoes, undrained (I used petite diced.)
1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
1 (15 oz.) can beef broth
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
salt and pepper, to taste
Tabasco sauce or cayenne pepper, to taste (optional) (I would recommend.)
shredded cheddar cheese and/or sour cream, for garnish
Directions:
In a large stockpot, brown the ground beef. When the beef is about halfway cooked, drain fat (if necessary) and then add onion, pepper, and garlic and cook until onion is translucent. Add beans, tomatoes, tomato sauce, broth, chili powder, and Italian seasoning and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat; simmer 20-30 minutes (or longer if you have time). Season to taste with salt and pepper. If you want a little heat, add some Tabasco or cayenne pepper.
Garnish with shredded cheese, sour cream, or some leftover chopped onion. Serve with your favorite cornbread!
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