Quick Classic Beef Chili
This no-chop chili is a family classic, and best enjoyed with Del Monte's Golden Sweet Cornbread recipe.
1 lb. extra lean ground beef
1 Tbsp. chili powder
1 tsp. dried oregano
2 tsps. cumin
¼ tsp. garlic powder
2 can (14.5oz.each) Del Monte® No Salt Added Diced Tomatoes, not drained
1 can (8oz.) Del Monte® Tomato Sauce
1 can (15oz.) reduced-sodium canned black beans, rinsed and drained
½ tsp. sugar
Brown beef in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
Add chili powder, oregano, cumin and garlic powder and cook 30 seconds, stirring frequently. Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, black beans and sugar.
Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low. Simmer, uncovered, 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season to taste with salt and black pepper, if desired. Serve chili with Golden Sweet Cornbread with toppings, as desired. Or, serve over macaroni, rice, baked potato, hot dogs, French fries or nachos.
VARIATIONS:
For THREE-BEAN MEATLESS CHILI, skip Step 1, omitting beef. Add 1 can (15oz.) pinto beans and 1 can (16oz) kidney beans, rinsed and drained, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro and 1 can (4 oz.) fire-roasted diced green chilies, drained, in Step 2.
For CINCINNATI-STYLE CHILI, add 1/2 tsp. cinnamon in Step 2.
Topping Options:
Sliced green onions
Chopped cilantro
Shredded Cheddar cheese
Sour cream
Chopped avocado
Lime wedges
Sliced fresh or pickled jalapeño
Crackers
Hot sauce
Diced mango