One-Pot Chili Con Carne

• lean ground beef↗2 lbs
• onions↗1 1⁄2 cups

  diced

• celery↗1⁄2 cup

  diced

• green bell pepper1⁄4 cup

  diced

• diced tomatoes with green chilies2 cans

  (14 1/2 ounce) cans

• tomato sauce↗1 can

  (29 ounce) can

• chili powder↗1⁄4 cup
• ground cumin↗2 teaspoons
• garlic powder↗1 1⁄2 teaspoons
• salt↗1⁄2 teaspoon

  (optional)

• fresh ground black pepper↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• dried oregano↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• red pepper flakes↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• dried basil↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• ground cayenne pepper↗1⁄2 - 1 teaspoon
• (15 ounce) can red kidney beans↗1
• (15 ounce) can chili (or pinto beans)↗1

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Place ground beef in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat until brown. Drain and set aside.

2. 2

   Saute the onions, celery and bell pepper until onions are soft and translucent.

3. 3

   Add the ground beef, onions, celery and bell pepper with the remaining ingredients to a large pot.

4. 4

   Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 1 1/2-2 hours, stirring occasionally.

5. 5

   Serve with a dollop of sour cream and grated cheddar cheese on top.