Tex Mex Chili Con Carne

Ingredients

• Green onions (2, sliced)
• Sour cream (1/2 cup)
• Cheddar cheese (1 cup, shredded)
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Cayenne pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
• Paprika (1 tablespoon)
• Cumin (1 tablespoon)
• Chili powder (2 tablespoons)
• Tomato paste (2 tablespoons)
• Beef broth (1 cup)
• Kidney beans (1 can (15 ounces), drained and rinsed)
• Canned diced tomatoes (1 can (14.5 ounces))
• Bell pepper (1, diced)
• Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
• Onion (1 large, diced)
• Ground beef (1.5 pounds)

Instructions

1. In a large pot, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
2. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper to the pot. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, kidney beans, beef broth, tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 45 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
5. Serve the chili hot, topped with shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and sliced green onions.