Maella

Ingredients

Directions

  1. 1

    Season the ground beef with Garlic powder, Onion powder, Salt, Pepper and cook over medium heat.

  2. 2

    You can drain the excess fat if there is a lot

  3. 3

    Add Vegetables (diced bell pepper, onion, and jalapeños). You can let this cook for 5 minutes but you don’t have to.

  4. 4

    Add Tomato Ingredients (tomato paste, tomato sauce, and crushed tomatoes). Stir everything together.

  5. 5

    Add Beans (kidney beans)

  6. 6

    Add beef broth and Stir to combine.

  7. 7

    Season with approx 1 teaspoon of each of the following: garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika (I eyeballed these) and 2 chili seasoning packets.

  8. 8

    Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer (covered) on low for at least 4 hours (you can simmer it longer for a deeper flavor)

  9. 9

    Taste the chili and adjust the seasoning to your liking.

  10. 10

    If you like a touch of sweetness, add the tablespoon of sugar.

  11. 11

    Serve with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, bacon, jalapeños and cornbread.