Here's a simple and delicious recipe for classic Chili con Carne:
*Ingredients*
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup beef broth
*Instructions*
1. *Brown the beef*: In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
2. *Soften the onions*: Add the diced onion to the pot and cook until it's translucent and starting to caramelize.
3. *Add aromatics*: Add the minced garlic and diced red bell pepper to the pot and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
4. *Add spices*: Stir in the chili powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes, until the spices are fragrant.
5. *Add tomatoes and beans*: Add the diced tomatoes and red kidney beans to the pot. Stir to combine.
6. *Add beef broth*: Pour in the beef broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
7. *Let it cook*: Reduce the heat to low and let the chili simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors have melded together and the chili has thickened slightly.
*Serve*
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh cilantro, scallions, or a dollop of sour cream, if desired.
*Variations*
- Add diced jalapenos or serrano peppers for extra heat.
- Use ground turkey or ground pork instead of ground beef.
- Add a can of diced green chilies for extra flavor.
- Serve with shredded cheese, diced onions, or crushed tortilla chips.
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