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How To Make Homemade Chili Recipe

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This homemade chili recipe is a hearty and flavorful dish made with ground beef or turkey, beans, and a blend of savory spices. Perfect for a comforting meal, it’s a great option for family dinners or meal prepping. With ingredients like diced tomatoes, green peppers, and chili powder, this chili is sure to satisfy your cravings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds ground beef or turkey
  • 2 small green peppers (diced, about 2 cups)
  • 1 small yellow onion (diced, about 1 ½ cups)
  • 2 cans diced tomatoes (15-ounce cans)
  • 1 can tomato sauce (15 ounces)
  • 1 can tomato paste (6 ounces)
  • 15 ounces water
  • 2 cans kidney beans (drained and rinsed, 15-ounce cans)
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons onion powder
  • 3 tablespoons cumin
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle powder
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ tablespoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon white pepper
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda (optional)

Instructions

  • In a large pot, brown the ground beef or turkey over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
  • Add diced green peppers and onions, sauté until softened.
  • Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, and water. Mix well.
  • Add kidney beans, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, paprika, chipotle powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and white pepper. Stir to combine.
  • Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 30-45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste. If desired, add baking soda to reduce acidity.
  • Serve hot with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • For a leaner chili, use ground turkey instead of beef.
  • Adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing the cayenne pepper.
  • Chili can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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