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---
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title: "Classic Chili"
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slug: "chili"
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date: "2026-02-24"
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lastUpdated: "2026-02-24"
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category: "soup"
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tags: ["soup", "american"]
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cookTime: 60
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prepTime: 20
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servings: 8
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author: "jake"
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description: "A hearty, rich beef and bean chili — great on its own or loaded with toppings."
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featured: false
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display: true
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displayPhoto: "./assets/chili.jpg"
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---
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<RecipeCard>
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## Photos
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*Chili*
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## Ingredients
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- 2 lbs lean ground beef
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- 1 medium onion, diced
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- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely diced
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- 1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
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- 4 cloves garlic, minced
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- 2 1/2 tablespoons chili powder, divided
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- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
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- 1 can (14.5 oz) crushed tomatoes
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- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with juices
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- 1 can (19 oz) red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
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- 1 1/2 cups beef broth
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- 1 cup beer
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- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
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- 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional)
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- Salt and black pepper, to taste
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## Instructions
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1. Combine **ground beef** with 1 1/2 tablespoons of the **chili powder** and mix well.
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2. In a large pot over medium-high heat, brown the seasoned **ground beef** with the **onion**, **jalapeño**, **bell pepper**, and **garlic**. Break up the meat as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
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3. Add the remaining **chili powder**, **cumin**, **crushed tomatoes**, **diced tomatoes**, **kidney beans**, **beef broth**, **beer**, **tomato paste**, and **brown sugar**. Stir to combine.
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4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 45-60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chili has thickened to your liking.
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5. Season with **salt** and **pepper** to taste. Serve topped with cheddar cheese, sour cream, green onions, or cilantro.
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## Notes
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### Tips
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- Adding the first portion of chili powder directly to the raw beef helps bloom the spice in the fat as it browns, building a deeper flavor base.
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- The beer adds richness — a lager or amber ale works well. Substitute with more beef broth if preferred.
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- Simmering uncovered is key for thickening. If you want it thicker faster, mash a few beans against the side of the pot.
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### Toppings
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- Shredded cheddar, sour cream, green onions, cilantro, sliced jalapeños, and hot sauce all work great.
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## References
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- Reference Recipe **[HERE](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/the-best-chili-recipe/)**
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</RecipeCard>
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