Sandi's Auction Chili

Warm up your kitchen and your taste buds with "Sandi's Auction Chili" – a bold and hearty recipe that’s a true crowd-pleaser. This classic chili combines tender, seasoned ground beef, a medley of colorful bell peppers, and a robust blend of spices like chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, creating layers of rich, savory flavor. Simmered to perfection with a mix of diced tomatoes, black beans, and kidney beans, this comforting dish is perfect for game days, family dinners, or potluck events. Garnish it with shredded cheddar, sour cream, and fresh cilantro for the ultimate finishing touch. Ready in just over an hour, it serves up to eight hungry guests and promises to be a conversation starter at your next gathering. Make this award-worthy chili your go-to for satisfying meals all year long!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1 large white onion, diced
• 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 2 14.5-ounce cans canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 15-ounce can canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 15-ounce can canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 3 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for serving)
• 0.5 cup sour cream (for serving)
• 0.25 cup sliced green onions (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the pot. Cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked (about 8-10 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 4

Stir in the diced red and green bell peppers. Cook for another 5 minutes until they soften slightly.

Step 5

Add the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir the spices into the beef mixture to evenly coat.

Step 6

Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 7

Add the kidney beans and black beans. Stir to combine.

Step 8

Reduce heat to low, cover the pot leaving a slight crack for steam to escape, and let the chili simmer for 45 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, chopped cilantro, and sliced green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3707.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4372.1

Total Fat 276.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 111.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.7g
Cholesterol 838.7mg	0%
Sodium 8573.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 235.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 82.3g	0%
Total Sugars 52.4g
Protein 251.8g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1804.1mg	0%
Iron 45.8mg	0%
Potassium 8082.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.1%

Protein: 22.7%

Carbs: 21.2%