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Garlic-Heavy Slow Simmer Chili

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 whole head garlic cloves separated and minced (divided)
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 2 cans 15 oz each kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can 28 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can 6 oz tomato paste
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium; cook onion and half the garlic about 5 minutes until soft.
  2. Add beef; break up with a wooden spoon and brown thoroughly, about 8-10 minutes. Drain fat.
  3. Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper; cook 2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Stir in tomatoes, paste, broth, and beans until combined.
  5. Boil; reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  6. Add remaining garlic; simmer uncovered 1 more hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
  7. Adjust seasoning; serve hot with preferred toppings.