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Weeknight Beef Chili

Weeknight Beef Chili

Family chili night is the new taco night. A simple, savory ground beef and 2-bean chili is warm and filling and comes together without any chopping. The weeknight wow is the topping bar with easy choices each family member can select from to create their own perfect bowl. Learn how to make this beef chili recipe today!

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Serves 4

Prep time 5 mins

Cook time 20 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp. vegetable oil
  • 1 lb. lean ground beef
  • 1 can (15 oz.) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (15 oz.) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (14.5 oz.) Contadina® Diced Tomatoes, not drained
  • 1 1/2 cups water or beer (12 oz.)
  • 1/4 cup College Inn® Savory Infusions Roasted Chile & Garlic Base
  • 1 tsp. sugar
  • Topping Options: Green onion, Cheddar cheese, sour cream, cilantro, Del Monte® Whole Kernel Corn, pickled jalapeño, lime, radish, avocado, tortilla chips, pepitas, cotija cheese or queso fresco, cherry tomatoes, pico de gallo, pickled red onion

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add beef and break into large chunks with a wooden spoon. Cook until thoroughly browned, stirring frequently, breaking into smaller pieces with spoon.
  2. Stir in beans, tomatoes, water, Savory Infusions and sugar; bring to a simmer. Cook 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Serve with toppings, as desired.

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