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Jalapeno Bell Pepper Chili

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 3 large bell peppers red, yellow, and orange, diced
  • 4 jalapeno peppers seeded and diced (adjust to taste)
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cans 15 oz each pinto beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can 28 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can 15 oz tomato sauce
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  3. Stir in minced garlic, diced bell peppers, and jalapenos. Cook for 5 minutes until peppers begin to soften.
  4. Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and cook for 2 minutes until spices are fragrant.
  5. Pour in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, and pinto beans. Stir everything together thoroughly.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer covered for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  7. Remove lid and simmer for an additional 30 minutes to thicken. Taste and adjust seasonings before serving with shredded cheese, sour cream, and cornbread.