Just Good Chili

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds ground chuck
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 3 (15-ounce) cans tomato sauce
  • 2 (15-ounce) cans ranch style beans
  • 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • Sour cream (optional)
  • Shredded cheese (optional)
  • Green onions (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

1.In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook beef, onion, and garlic until browned, stirring until beef crumbles; drain well.
2.Add canned ingredients, water, chili powder, cumin, and pepper, stirring well. Bring to a boil over medium heat; reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. Serve immediately. Garnish with sour cream, cheese, and green onions, if desired