Paleo Chili - All Meat and Veggie Chili

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often less expensive.

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: crushed tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes can be healthier, while crushed tomatoes offer a cost-effective option.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Vegetable broth is a healthier choice, while chicken broth is usually less expensive.

Chop all the veggies the night before or use a food processor to save time.

Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium high heat until thoroughly cooked and browned.

Transfer the cooked beef to a large bowl, optionally draining off excess fat.

Add olive oil to the hot skillet, then add chopped onions, celery, carrots, and seasonings.

Cook the veggies over medium high heat until the onions are translucent and most veggies have softened.

Add chopped zucchini and cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring well.

Return the cooked beef to the pot, add canned tomatoes and tomato sauce, and stir to combine.

Bring everything to a boil, stirring frequently.

Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes, checking and stirring occasionally.

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