Granny's Chili
Warm up with Granny's Chili! Perfect for chilly nights, this recipe blends comfort with spice. Get ready to savor every spoonful!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground beef (or turkey for a leaner option)
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color you like)
- 4 cups cooked pinto beans (about 2 cups before cooking)
- 2 cans (15 ounces each) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the beans: I use my electric pressure cooker to save time, but you can cook your beans in a pot on the stove, or in your crockpot if you have lots of time.
- Sauté the onion, bell pepper, and garlic: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant. Add the garlic and sauté for a minute or two.
- Add the ground beef or turkey, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook the meat until browned, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Put it all together: Put the meat mixture into your slow cooker. Add the rest of the ingredients: the cooked beans, the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together. Add a bit of the liquid from cooking the beans if your chili seems too thick.
- Let it cook: Cook the chili in your slow cooker on low all day, or on high for several hours. The longer it cooks, the better it gets!
- Taste and season: Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve topped with shredded cheese or your other favorite toppings. Enjoy!