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Easy Ground Beef Chili

Serves 8 to 12
Cuisine: American
Category: Soups & Stews, Old-School Classics
Easy homemade Ground Beef Chili recipe is a hearty, winning meal for a crowd. Make this classic recipe with beans, tomatoes, peppers, and blend of spices.
Prep Time
15 mins
Other Time
Cook Time
2 hrs 15 mins
Total Time
2 hrs 30 mins
Ingredients:
  • 3 pounds Certified Angus Beef ® ground beef
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon ancho chili pepper
  • 1 tablespoon coarse kosher salt
  • 2 jalepeños, stems removed and finely minced
  • 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (15-ounce) can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
  • Optional toppings: shredded sharp cheddar, sour cream, diced green onions
Instructions:
  1. In a large heavy-bottom pot add ground beef, onion and garlic over medium heat. Cook, breaking up large pieces until no pink remains, approximately 10 minutes. Drain excess fat, if desired.
  2. Add chili powder, cumin, ancho pepper, jalapeño and salt. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in tomatoes, sauce, beans and paste. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer for 2 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Yields approximately 3 quarts.
Nutrition:
Calories: 655cal total
Author:
Certified Angus Beef ® brand Test Kitchen
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