# Chili ## Ingredients - **2 tbsp.** olive oil - **1** yellow onion, diced - **2 cloves** garlic, minced - **1 lb** ground beef, turkey, or pork - **3⁄4 cup** dry kidney beans, soaked overnight and drained - **3⁄4 cup** dry black beans, soaked overnight and drained - **1 15oz can** diced or crushed tomatoes, not drained - **6 oz** canned tomato paste - **1 cup** water ### Chili Seasoning - **1 tbsp.** chili powder - **1 tsp.** ground cumin - **1⁄4 tsp.** cayenne powder - **1⁄4 tsp.** garlic powder - **1⁄2 tsp.** onion powder - **1⁄2 tbsp.** brown sugar - **1 tsp.** salt - **1⁄2 tsp.** black pepper ## Instructions 1. Heat the **oil** over medium heat in a large pot. Add the **onion**, season with salt and pepper, and cook until translucent, about 4-5 minutes. 2. Stir in the **garlic** and cook until fragrant, 30--60 seconds. 3. Add the **ground meat** and continue to cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon as it cooks, until it is browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes. 4. Add the **beans**, **tomatoes**, **tomato paste**, **water**, and **chili seasoning**. Stir to combine. 5. Cover and simmer over low heat for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. 6. Serve hot with preferred toppings. ## Notes - Makes 6 cups.