AB’s Chili | Hearty Homemade Beef & Bean Chili Recipe

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

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

kidney beans

🥗Healthier: cannellini beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Cannellini beans offer a different texture, while pinto beans are usually cheaper.

chili powder

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Smoked paprika adds a unique flavor, cayenne is often more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is typically less expensive.

Heat extra virgin olive oil in a Dutch oven until shimmering.

Add diced onion and sauté until softened.

Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.

Add ground beef and break it up while cooking until browned.

Add sugar and cinnamon as dry ingredients.

Stir in tomato paste and beef broth.

Add canned beans and mix well.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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