Darn Good Chili

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   In the bottom of a big pot heat some olive oil, just about 2 tbsp if that, and saute onions until translucent over med-high heat. Add some chili powder and paprika to the onions as they cook. Add bell peppers and continue cooking until they soften. Add garlic, turn down the heat and cover so you sweat the veggies. Stir often, adjusting the heat if the veggies start to stick.

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   Brown the meat in a skillet with a little garlic and onion, adding all of the above spices to the meat while it's cooking. While meat is cooking, put the beans in a strainer and rinse them. Add beans to the pot along with 1 can of tomato sauce and canned tomatoes. I added another layer of seasoning to the pot after adding beans and tomatoes. I taste my cooking as I go along so adjust your seasonings to what you like best :)

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   Drain meat and stir the pkg of chili mix and remaining can of tomato sauce into the meat and cook for a few mins and then add that to the pot. Mix well, turn the heat to low (if not already) and continue cooking until desired consistency. I thought mine needed a little more liquid so I added the cup of water. Cook for a little bit longer and serve over rice, top with cheese and sour cream and enjoy!

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   You can also add chopped onions, chips, crackers... whatever you like to add as a topping!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.