Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups beef broth
- Optional toppings: sour cream, shredded cheese, green onions
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat and sauté diced onions and bell peppers for about 5 minutes.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, kidney beans, chili powder, cumin, and beef broth until well combined.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer for at least 30 minutes to blend flavors.
Notes
- For healthier options, consider using lean ground turkey or additional beans and veggies.
- A vegetarian version can be made by substituting beef with textured vegetable protein or extra beans.
- Add diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper for spiciness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
