Slow Cooker Chili

Slow Cooker Chili

Servings: 6-8

Prep Time: 15 min

Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)

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Ingredients:

1 lb ground beef (or turkey)

1 small onion, diced

1 green bell pepper, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained & rinsed

1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained & rinsed

1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes

1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce

2 tbsp tomato paste

1 cup beef broth (or water)

2 tbsp chili powder

1 tsp cumin

1/2 tsp smoked paprika

Salt & pepper to taste

Optional: a pinch of sugar (to balance acidity)

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Instructions:

1. Brown the meat: In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.

2. Add to slow cooker: Combine beef, onion, bell pepper, garlic, beans, tomatoes, tomato sauce, paste, broth, and spices in the slow cooker.

3. Cook:

On Low: 6–8 hours

On High: 3–4 hours

4. Stir and taste: Before serving, stir well and adjust salt/pepper to taste.

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Topping ideas:

Shredded cheese

Sour cream

Green onions

Jalapeños

Corn chips or crackers