Game Day Chili Recipe on Cooking with Concetta - H-town Live

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: canned crushed tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes can be healthier but may not be as convenient.

kidney beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Black beans are high in fiber, while pinto beans are usually cheaper.

chili powder

🥗Healthier: cayenne pepper

💰Cheaper: paprika

Cayenne pepper adds heat, while paprika is often less expensive.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and bell pepper; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and jalapeño; cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add ground beef to the pot; cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.

Drain excess fat if necessary; season with salt, black pepper, chili powder, cumin, and oregano.

Stir in canned tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, and beef broth; mix well.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed; add more chili powder for heat or salt for flavor.

If desired, simmer longer for deeper flavor, up to 2 hours, stirring occasionally.

Serve hot with toppings like cheese, sour cream, or green onions.

Cooking Techniques

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