Easy Homemade Chili!!!!!!

black beans

🥗Healthier: kidney beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Pinto beans are often less expensive and provide similar texture.

butternut squash

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: carrots

Carrots are more affordable and add sweetness.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Ground chicken is typically less expensive and lower in fat.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Bouillon cubes are a cost-effective way to add flavor.

Prepare a cutting board with a paper towel underneath to prevent slipping.

Use a new knife to chop 1 large onion (white or yellow).

Chop 1 whole red bell pepper and 1/2 green bell pepper.

Chop 2-3 stalks of celery (small ones are fine).

Mince 3-4 cloves of garlic finely.

Add chopped vegetables to a bowl.

Prepare homemade chili powder: mix 1/4 cup chili powder, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1 tablespoon onion powder, 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon oregano, and 1 tablespoon cumin.

Wash hands and heat avocado oil in a pan.

Sauté chopped onions, bell peppers, and celery for about 5 minutes.

Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.

Add 3 lbs of ground beef to the pan and season with homemade chili powder.

Cook the beef until browned and drain excess grease into a bowl (do not pour down the sink).

Stir in 6 oz of tomato paste and cook briefly.

Add 18 oz of diced tomatoes and 2 cans of chili tomatoes to the mixture.

Add 2 cans of green chili and stir well.

Add 1 cup of water and 2 tablespoons of beef powder.

Season with more onion powder, garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon of brown sugar.

Add bay leaves and about 1 tablespoon of unsweetened chocolate (optional).

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more chili powder or spices if desired.

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