how to cook Chili Con Carne

Here's a step-by-step guide on how to cook Chili Con Carne:

Ingredients:

1 pound ground beef

1 onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes

1 can (14 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed

2 tablespoons tomato paste

2 tablespoons chili powder

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Salt and pepper to taste

Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro

Step 1: Prepare the ingredients Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and dice the red bell pepper. Drain and rinse the kidney beans. Set aside the diced tomatoes and tomato paste.

Step 2: Brown the beef In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.

Step 3: Add the vegetables Once the beef is browned, add the diced onion, minced garlic, and diced red bell pepper to the pot. Cook for about 5 minutes or until the vegetables have softened.

Step 4: Add the spices and tomato paste Add the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir well to coat the beef and vegetables with the spices. Then, add the tomato paste and mix it into the mixture.

Step 5: Add the tomatoes and beans Pour in the diced tomatoes (including the liquid) and the drained and rinsed kidney beans. Stir everything together to combine.

Step 6: Simmer the chili Bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let it simmer for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 7: Adjust the seasoning Taste the chili and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add more salt, pepper, or chili powder according to your taste preferences.

Step 8: Serve Once the chili has simmered and the flavors have melded together, it's ready to be served. Ladle the chili into bowls and garnish with optional toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped cilantro.

Enjoy your homemade Chili Con Carne!

Note: You can also customize this recipe by adding other ingredients such as corn, jalapenos, or different types of beans to make it your own.