Classic Beef Chili - My #1 Winter Recipe

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork can be less expensive.

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: crushed tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes provide a brighter flavor, while crushed tomatoes are often cheaper.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: monterey jack cheese

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds a cheesy flavor, while Monterey Jack is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is usually cheaper.

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; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

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

Drain excess fat from the pot.

Stir in canned tomatoes, kidney beans, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Pour in beef broth; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low; simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Stir in lime juice before serving.

Serve hot, topped with cheddar cheese if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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