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Easy Homemade Chili

Easy Homemade Chili
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Easy Homemade Chili is the ultimate comfort food that brings warmth and satisfaction to any table. This hearty dish is perfect for game nights, family dinners, or even a cozy evening in. With a rich blend of spices, tender beans, and flavorful beef, this chili recipe offers a delicious combination of ingredients that everyone will love. Plus, it’s quick and simple to prepare—ideal for busy weeknights! Customize it with your favorite toppings or serve it alongside cornbread for a complete meal. Enjoy the savory goodness of this classic chili dish that’s sure to become a family favorite.

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, undrained
  • 4 cups tomato juice
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 2 15 ounce cans pinto beans, undrained
  • 1 16 ounce can kidney beans, undrained
  • 1 Tablespoon light brown sugar
  • 3 Tablespoons chili powder
  • ¾ teaspoon garlic salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more if you want it spicier)
  • Cornmeal (to thicken if desired)
  • Shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
  • Sour cream (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Sauté diced onion until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add ground beef to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it apart while cooking. Drain excess grease.
  3. Stir in red apple vinegar and cook for 1 minute. Add diced tomatoes, tomato juice, ketchup, both types of beans, brown sugar, chili powder, garlic salt, black pepper, paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper.
  4. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat while stirring. Reduce heat to medium-low and let simmer for at least 1 hour (up to 3 hours), stirring occasionally until thickened.
  5. Serve hot with desired toppings like shredded cheese or sour cream.

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