Hearty American Chili con Carne with Jalapeños

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 15-ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 large jalapeños, sliced

• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup chopped cilantro

Method

1. 01
   Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
2. 02
   Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. 03
   Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the spices to become fragrant.
4. 04
   Add the diced tomatoes and beef broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
5. 05
   Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let the chili simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. 06
   Stir in the kidney beans and sliced jalapeños. Continue to simmer uncovered for another 15 minutes.
7. 07
   Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Remove the pot from heat.
8. 08
   Serve the chili hot with garnishes such as sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped cilantro.