Big-batch beef chili

  • Time1 hr
  • Serves6
  • CuisineAmerican
  • Per servingAbout 540 cal, 36g protein

Good for meal prep: this reheats well, so cook a double batch and you've got tomorrow's dinner too.

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Ingredients

  • 1½ lb ground beef
  • 2 cans kidney beans
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes (28 oz)
  • 1 yellow onion
  • 1 green bell pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar
  • 3 tbsp chili powder
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

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Method

  1. Soften onion and pepper in oil 6 minutes. Add the beef and brown.
  2. Stir in garlic, chili powder and cumin for 1 minute.
  3. Add tomatoes and drained beans. Simmer, partly covered, 40 minutes.
  4. Top bowls with cheddar.

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