Hearty Chili

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 tbsp Botticelli Cooking EVOO
• 1 small yellow onion, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (24 oz) jar Botticelli Marinara Pasta Sauce
• 1 cup chicken stock
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 1½ tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp dried oregano
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper

FOR SERVING:

• Shredded cheddar cheese
• Sour cream
• Green onions
• Fresh cilantro
• Sliced jalapeños
• Avocado
• Tortilla chips

PREPARATION:

1. Heat Botticelli Cooking EVOO in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
2. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess grease if needed.
3. Add onion and bell pepper and cook for 4–5 minutes, until softened.
4. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
5. Add chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
6. Add diced tomatoes, Botticelli Marinara, beef broth, kidney beans and black beans.
7. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low.
8. Cover partially and simmer for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
10. Serve warm with desired toppings.

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