How to make the Perfect Bowl of Chili: Secret Revealed!

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork is often cheaper.

kidney beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Black beans are more nutritious, while pinto beans are usually less expensive.

Brown the ground beef and Italian sausage in a large pot over medium heat.

Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and minced garlic; sauté until the vegetables are softened.

Stir in the cocoa powder, cinnamon, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, and cayenne pepper; cook for a few minutes to toast the spices.

Add the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, red kidney beans, black beans, and beef broth; stir well to combine.

Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce heat and let it cook for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Taste and adjust seasoning with sugar if needed.

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