Are you wondering how to make homemade chili? You’ve come to the right place. You don’t have to be a seasoned chef to prepare this hearty dish. This delicious, comfort food is always a favorite during those cold, winter days or at fan filled tailgate parties. Whatever the occasion may be, you can’t go wrong with homemade chili!

Before you dive in, make sure you have the following ingredients for this recipe:

2 pounds of lean ground beef
1 46 ounce can of tomato juice
1 29 ounce can of tomato sauce
1 1/2 cups of chopped onion
1/2 cup of chopped celery
1/4 cup of chopped green bell pepper
1/4 cup of chili powder
2 teaspoons of ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons of garlic powder
1 teaspoon of salt
1/2 teaspoon of ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon of dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon of white sugar
1/8 teaspoon of ground cayenne pepper
2 cans of red beans, drained

1. Gather all your vegetables and wash appropriately. Be sure to remove the seeds from the bell pepper and peel the onions properly. Chop all the vegetable into small pieces. Set them aside in a large container.

2. Put the lean ground beef into a large skillet. Cook the beef over medium to high heat until evenly browned. Drain thoroughly. Use a wooden spoon to break up large chunks and make the beef crumbly. Set this aside in the skillet.

3. Place all your ingredients into a large stew pot. Cook over medium heat and bring to a rolling boil for five minutes. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 1 ½ hours. Make sure to stir occasionally to prevent the chili from sticking to the bottom of the pot.

Tips

1. Don’t be afraid to adjust this recipe to your liking. If you feel you want to add a little heat, go ahead and put in an extra dash of cayenne pepper. Don’t like ground beef? Try lean turkey. The possibilities are endless.

2. Remember to taste your chili before serving. You don’t want to serve it without making sure it is just right for you.

3. Let’s not forget the little extras. You may want to add grated cheddar cheese, sour cream, Fritos chips, or even cornbread as sides.

Now, you are ready to immerse yourself in an array of wonderful flavors from your homemade chili! Make sure you make enough because your guests will surely be clamoring for more!