Easy Weeknight Chili

 This was easy and delicious!!  The boys loved it too :)

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef (I use 10% lean)

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

1 medium onion, chopped

1 green pepper, chopped

3–4 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon chili powder

1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1 can light kidney, black, or pinto beans, drained

1 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes

1 8-ounce can tomato sauce

1 15-ounce can beef broth or equivalent concentrated beef bouillon dissolved in 15 oz. water

TOPPINGS: pepperjack cheese, saltines, cheezits, green onions

 

Heat the oil in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add the ground beef, onion, garlic, and green pepper and cook, stirring frequently. When the meat is cooked about halfway, add the seasonings and stir to coat the meat completely.

When the meat has cooked completely, add the remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat. Simmer for 20-30 minutes. Garnish with desired toppings.