CHILI CON CARNE | HUNGRY MOM COOKING

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

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

kidney beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Black beans are more nutritious, while canned beans can be more budget-friendly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

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

In a skillet, add the beef. Season with salt and pepper and sear until brown.

Once the fat is rendered, add the garlic and saute until aromatic. Add the onion and saute until translucent.

Add the taco powder, chili powder, sugar and tomato paste. Mix and saute for a minute or two.

Add the tomato sauce, water and beef broth cube. Stir. Cover and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes in low-medium heat or until the sauce thickens.

Add the canned pre-cooked kidney beans. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Cook longer if you are using the dry ones.

To serve, sprinkle some cheese on top. Serve with nacho chips.

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