Beef Chili

Ingredients

Sauté

• 1 tbsp oil
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika

Slow cook

• 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• Salt and pepper

After cooking

• Shredded cheddar, sour cream, and sliced scallions for serving

Instructions

1. Set pot to sauté. Heat oil and brown the ground beef, breaking it up, about 5 minutes. Drain excess fat.
2. Add onion and bell pepper, cook for 3 minutes.
3. Add garlic, chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika. Stir for 1 minute.
4. Add crushed tomatoes, beans, broth, and tomato paste. Stir well.
5. Slow cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
6. Season with salt and pepper. Serve topped with cheddar, sour cream, and scallions.