Hearty American Chili Con Carne

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1 large onion chopped
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cans diced tomatoes undrained
• 2 cans kidney beans drained and rinsed
• 1 can tomato paste
• 1 cup beef broth

Instructions

1. 1 Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. 2 Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until onion is translucent.
3. 3 Increase heat to medium-high and add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
4. 4 Stir in chili powder, cumin, oregano, cayenne, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes until spices are fragrant.
5. 5 Add the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, tomato paste, and beef broth. Stir well to combine.
6. 6 Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer uncovered for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
7. 7 Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot.