Wendy's Style Chili

By nekmor

Ingredients

• 2 lbs ground beef
• 1 (29 oz.) can tomato sauce
• 1 (29 oz.) can kidney beans (with liquid)
• 1 (29 oz.) can pinto beans (with liquid)
• 1 cup diced onion
• 1/2 cup diced green chili
• 1/4 cup diced celery
• 3 medium tomatoes, chopped
• 2 teaspoons cumin powder
• 3 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 2 cups water

Details

Level of difficulty Average
Cost Budget Friendly

Preparation

Step 1

Instructions:
In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain off the excess fat.
Transfer the browned beef into a large pot.
Add the tomato sauce, kidney beans, pinto beans, onion, green chili, celery, and tomatoes.
Season with cumin, chili powder, black pepper, and salt.
Pour in 2 cups of water and stir well.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 1 to 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.
Adjust seasoning to taste before serving. Enjoy with your choice of toppings like cheese, sour cream, or green onions.