Chili con carne

Source: https://www.spendwithpennies.com/the-best-chili-recipe/

Ingredients:

- 2 lb ground beef (any fat)

- 1 onion, diced

- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely diced (optional)

- 4 cloves garlic, minced

- 1 ½ tablespoons chili powder

- 1 teaspoon cumin

- 1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced

- 14.5 ounces crushed tomatoes 1 can

- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes with juices

- 19 ounces canned red kidney beans drained and rinsed

- 2 ½ cups beef broth

- 1 tablespoon tomato paste

- 1 tablespoon brown sugar

- salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions:

Combine ground beef and 1 ½ tablespoons chili powder.

In a large pot, brown ground beef, onion, jalapeno, and garlic.

Add in remaining ingredients and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer uncovered 45-60 minutes or until chili has reached desired thickness.

Top with cheddar cheese, green onions, cilantro or other favorite toppings.