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Easy Homemade Chili

Easy Homemade Chili
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Discover the ultimate comfort food with this Easy Homemade Chili recipe, perfect for cozy dinners or lively gatherings. This hearty dish is loaded with rich beef, robust spices, and wholesome beans, creating a satisfying meal that warms both your heart and soul. With a simple preparation process, you can whip it up on the stovetop or slow cooker. Customize to your taste by adjusting spice levels or adding your favorite toppings. Whether it’s game day or a family night in, this chili will be a crowd-pleaser that everyone loves!

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2 pounds lean ground beef
  • 1/4 cup red apple vinegar
  • 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes (petite)
  • 4 cups tomato juice
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 2 cans pinto beans (15 oz each)
  • 1 can kidney beans (16 oz)
  • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more if you want it spicier)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Sauté the diced onion for about 5 minutes until soft.
  2. Add ground beef to the pot and brown thoroughly while breaking it apart with a wooden spoon.
  3. Stir in red apple vinegar and cook for an additional minute. Then add diced tomatoes, tomato juice, ketchup, beans, brown sugar, and spices; mix well.
  4. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce to medium-low and simmer for at least one hour while stirring occasionally.
  5. Serve hot with optional toppings such as shredded cheese or sour cream.

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