The Best Chili
Midwestern Chili with meat and beans
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1/2 diced yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes
- 10 oz Rotel tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup corn meal
- 15 oz kidney beans drained and rinsed
- 15 oz black beans drained and rinsed
Toppings options
- shredded cheese
- sour cream
- diced onions white or green onions
- jalapeno slices
- tortilla or corn chips
- crushed crackers
Instructions
- In large pot, cook and crumble ground beef over medium heat until browned.
- Drain excess grease.
- Add onion and garlic, cook for 1 minute.
- Add seasoning to beef and mix in.
- Add tomatoes and beans, stir to combine.
- Decrease heat to low and cover.
- Let simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
- When ready to serve, add toppings and enjoy!
Notes
Add water if too dry or thick.
Masa Harina has been suggested instead of corn meal for a great flavor addition. If you have it on hand, I highly recommend it!
Cornstarch (mixed with equal parts water) or flour can also be substituted for cornmeal as a thickener.