Spicy Traditional Chili

Spicy Traditional Chili Recipe (Serves 6-8)

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs ground beef

• 1 large onion, diced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 bell peppers (red and green), diced

• 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes

• 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed

• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed

• 2 tablespoons tomato paste

• 3 cups beef broth

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

• 2 tablespoons chili powder

• 1 tablespoon ground cumin

• 1 tablespoon paprika

• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste for desired spice level)

• 1 teaspoon dried oregano

• 1 teaspoon dried thyme

• 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)

• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

• Chopped green onions, shredded cheddar cheese, and sour cream for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

• In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced onions and bell peppers, sauté until they become soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

• Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

• Push the vegetables to one side of the pot and add the ground beef. Cook the beef, breaking it up with a spoon, until it's browned and cooked through.

• Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to coat the meat and vegetables with the spices.

• Add the diced tomatoes (with their juice), tomato paste, kidney beans, and black beans to the pot. Stir everything together until well combined.

• Pour in the beef broth, and bring the chili to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 1 to 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally. The longer it simmers, the more flavorful it will become.

• Taste the chili and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt or cayenne pepper for additional heat.

• Once the chili has reached your desired consistency and flavor, remove it from the heat.

• Serve the spicy traditional chili in bowls, and garnish with chopped green onions, shredded cheddar cheese, and sour cream if desired.