Easy Beef Chili

What you'll need

• 1.5 lbsground beef
• 1yellow onion, diced
• 1bell pepper, diced
• 3 clovesgarlic, minced
• 2 tablespoonschili powder
• 1 teaspooncumin
• 1/2 teaspoonsmoked paprika
• 1 can (15 oz)kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (28 oz)crushed tomatoes
• 1 cupbeef broth
• to tastesalt and black pepper
• optionalshredded cheese and sour cream, for topping

Let's cook

1. 1In a large pot over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef, onion, and bell pepper, breaking up the meat, until browned. Drain excess fat.
2. 2Stir in the garlic, chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. 3Add the kidney beans, crushed tomatoes, and beef broth.
4. 4Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
5. 5Season with salt and pepper, and serve topped with cheese and sour cream if desired.