Classic Chili

This classic North American style comfort food will surely warm you up and leave you wanting more!

Prep time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 25 minutes

Total time: 35 minutes

Servings: 6

Calories: 335 calories per serving

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow or white onion -diced
• 1 pound extra lean ground beef
• 2 1/2 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 tablespoons ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper-optional
• 1 1/2 cups beef broth
• 1 (450 ml) can petite diced tomatoes
• 1 (16) can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (240 ml) can tomato sauce

Directions: 

1. Add the olive oil to a large soup pot and place it over medium-high heat for two minutes.
2. Add the onion. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Add the ground beef to the pot. Break it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook for 6-7 minutes, until the beef is browned, stirring occasionally.
4. Add the chili powder, cumin, sugar, tomato paste, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne (optional). Stir until well mixed.
5. Add the broth, diced tomatoes (with their juice), drained beans, and tomato sauce. Stir well.
6. Bring the liquid to a low boil. Then, reduce the heat (low to medium-low) to gently simmer the chili, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Remove the pot from the heat.
8. Let the chili rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.