# What You Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 lb ground beef (substitute ground turkey for lighter option)
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Canned Goods
05 - 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
06 - 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
07 - 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
08 - 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
→ Liquids
09 - 1 cup low-sodium beef broth (or vegetable broth)
→ Spices & Seasonings
10 - 2 tbsp chili powder
11 - 1 tsp ground cumin
12 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
13 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano
14 - 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
15 - 1 tsp salt, or to taste
16 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
→ Optional Toppings
17 - Shredded cheddar cheese
18 - Sour cream
19 - Sliced green onions
20 - Fresh cilantro
21 - Sliced jalapeños
# Directions:
01 - Heat a splash of oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
02 - Add diced onion and red bell pepper to the pot and sauté until softened, about 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
03 - Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper if using, salt, and black pepper over the meat and vegetables. Stir well to evenly coat ingredients with spices.
04 - Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to deepen the flavor.
05 - Pour in diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, and beef broth. Stir to combine and bring mixture to a simmer.
06 - Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
07 - Taste and modify seasoning as desired. Serve hot with optional toppings such as cheese, sour cream, or fresh herbs.
