Classic Beef Chili

Classic Beef Chili

Amounts scale with servings. Pan size and cooking time may need adjusting for larger batches.

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
• 1 tsp kosher salt

Let’s make it

1. 1

   Heat the oil in a heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and beef and cook for 8 minutes, breaking up the meat, until browned and the beef reaches 160°F. Spoon off extra fat.

2. 2

   Stir in garlic, chili powder, and cumin for 1 minute, until the spices smell warm.

3. 3

   Add beans, tomatoes, broth, and salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer uncovered for 25 minutes, stirring now and then, until slightly thickened.

4. 4

   Taste and add salt if needed. Serve with toppings you like, such as chopped onion or shredded cheese.