Comfort Food (Print Version)

Ingredients:

01 - 2 lb ground beef or turkey.
02 - 2 small green peppers (about 2 cups, diced).
03 - 1 small yellow onion (about 1.5 cups, diced).
04 - 2 (15 oz) cans Hunts Diced Tomatoes.
05 - 1 (15 oz) can Hunts Tomato Sauce.
06 - 1 (6 oz) can Hunts Tomato Paste.
07 - 15 oz water.
08 - 2 (15 oz) cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed.
09 - 3 tablespoons chili powder.
10 - 2 tablespoons garlic powder.
11 - 2 tablespoons onion powder.
12 - 3 tablespoons cumin.
13 - 1 tablespoon paprika.
14 - 1 teaspoon chipotle powder.
15 - ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper.
16 - ½ tablespoon salt.
17 - 1 teaspoon white pepper.
18 - 1 teaspoon baking soda.

Instructions:

01 - In a large Dutch oven, sauté the diced green peppers and onions over medium heat until translucent and beginning to caramelize.
02 - Add all seasonings (except baking soda) and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring continuously to avoid burning.
03 - Add the ground meat and cook until browned, leaving a slight pink color before adding the rest of the ingredients.
04 - Pour in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, water, and tomato paste, stirring well to combine.
05 - Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium-low heat and cook for about 15 minutes.
06 - Add the drained kidney beans and stir to incorporate.
07 - Stir in the baking soda; the sauce will start to bubble up. Continue stirring over medium heat until the bubbles subside.
08 - Remove from heat and serve warm.

Notes:

01 - This One Pot Homemade Chili is a hearty, flavorful dish packed with spices and a hint of smokiness.
02 - Made with ground meat, kidney beans, and a blend of seasonings, it’s a simple yet satisfying meal perfect for cold days.
03 - The addition of baking soda helps to neutralize acidity, giving the chili a smoother taste.