CIAO BELLA CHILI

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Provided by Anna Sciancalepore Antoniello

Categories Chili

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

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3 lb ground beef 85/15
1 medium onion, diced
2 1/2 Tbsp chili powder
1 1/2 Tbsp cumin
1 1/2 Tbsp paprika, sweet mild
2-3 dash(es) cayenne pepper or hot sauce
1 can(s) 14 oz dice tomatoes with juice
1 can(s) 14 oz red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 can(s) 28 oz bush's bold and spicy beans or spicy pinto beans
1 can(s) 6 oz tomato paste
6 c beef broth

Steps:

1. In a large, deep skillet or dutch oven, sweat onions and brown ground beef; drain excess fat and return beef to skillet or dutch oven.
2. Add chili powder, cumin, paprika and cayenne to ground beef and cook 2-3 minutes until aromatic.
3. Add undraid tomatoes, drained and rinsed kidney beans, bold and spicy beans, tomato paste and beef broth.
4. Allow to come to a simmer and simmer on low for about 45 minutes to 1 hour or until desired thickness.
5. Serve with shredded cheddar, corn muffins and biscuits. Can also be served over rice. Add some sour cream if you like too.