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The Best Homemade Stovetop Chili

The Best Homemade Stovetop Chili
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The Best Homemade Stovetop Chili is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for family dinners or game day gatherings. This hearty dish combines rich ground beef, a medley of beans, and a vibrant blend of spices to create a satisfying and flavorful meal. With its robust taste and enticing aroma, this chili is sure to impress everyone at the table. Whether you enjoy it on its own or with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese or fresh herbs, this easy-to-make chili recipe delivers warmth and satisfaction in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 ¾ cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 28 oz can fire-roasted crushed tomatoes
  • 15 oz can red kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 15 oz can pinto beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 ½ teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder (optional for a hotter chili)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sauté chopped onion for about 2 minutes until soft.
  2. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart (about 5 minutes). Drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant. Add tomato paste, cumin, chili powder, brown sugar, oregano, salt, and pepper; mix well.
  4. Pour in beef broth and scrape any bits from the pot. Add crushed tomatoes and both types of beans.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to low to simmer for 1-2 hours with occasional stirring.
  6. Serve hot with desired toppings.

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