Easy Homemade Chili (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 cups diced green peppers (around 2 small ones).
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1.5 cups chopped yellow onion (from one small onion).
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2 pounds of ground turkey or beef.
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Two 15-ounce cans of kidney beans, rinsed.
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One 15-ounce can of tomato sauce.
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Two 15-ounce cans of diced tomatoes.
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6 ounces of tomato paste.
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15 ounces of water.
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3 tablespoons cumin powder.
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3 tablespoons chili powder.
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1 teaspoon chipotle powder.
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2 tablespoons of garlic powder.
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2 tablespoons onion powder.
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1 tablespoon smoked paprika.
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Half a teaspoon of cayenne pepper.
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1 teaspoon of ground white pepper.
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1 teaspoon baking soda.
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Half a tablespoon of salt.
# Instructions:
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Cook the onions and green peppers over medium heat in a big Dutch oven. Stir occasionally until soft and golden.
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Toss in all your spices, except baking soda, and stir for about a minute or two. Don't let it stick to the pan.
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Add the ground meat and cook it. Leave it slightly pink so you don't overdo it before other ingredients join in.
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Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, and water. Mix well so it's all blended together.
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Put the heat on low to medium and let everything simmer gently for around 15 minutes while stirring occasionally.
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Gently stir in the kidney beans and keep mixing until they’re evenly spread out.
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Sprinkle in the baking soda and stir. The sauce will bubble up, so keep stirring until the fizz has calmed down.
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Turn off the heat and serve hot.
# Notes:
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This easy one-pot chili is loaded with spice and a hint of smoky depth for a flavorful meal.
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Ground meat, kidney beans, and a mix of seasonings make it a comforting and filling option, especially on chilly days.
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Adding baking soda helps cut the tanginess and gives it a smoother, mellow flavor.