Homemade Chili

🌶️ Homemade Chili 😍Ingredients:• 2 lbs ground beef• 1 large onion, chopped• 1 green bell pepper, chopped• 4 cloves garlic, minced• 2 cans (15 oz each) kidney beans, drained and rinsed• 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes• 2 tbsp tomato paste• 2 cups beef broth• 2 tbsp chili powder• 1 tsp ground cumin• 1 tsp smoked paprika• 1 tsp dried oregano• ½ tsp black pepper• ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)• Salt, to taste• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce• 2 tbsp olive oilFor Serving:• Shredded cheddar cheese• Sour cream• Chopped green onions• Fresh cilantroMethod:1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and onion and cook for 6–8 minutes, breaking up the beef, until browned and cooked through.2. Add the bell pepper and cook for 3–4 minutes until slightly softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.3. Add the tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and salt. Stir well and cook for 1–2 minutes to bring out the flavors.4. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and kidney beans.5. Bring the chili to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover partially and simmer for 45–60 minutes, stirring occasionally.6. If the chili is too thin, simmer uncovered for another 10–15 minutes until it reaches your desired thickness. Taste and adjust the seasoning.7. Serve hot topped with shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, green onions, or fresh cilantro. Pair with cornbread or tortilla chips for the perfect comfort-food meal. 🌶️🥩🫘🧀✨