NEW CHEESEBURGER CHILI RECIPE FROM TABLESPOON.COM

1

pound lean ground beef

                    

2

tablespoons olive oil

                    

1

large onion, diced

                    

1

green pepper, diced

                    

1

jalapeño, seeded and diced

                    

2

cloves garlic, minced

                    

1

tablespoon chili powder

                    

2

teaspoons paprika

                    

2

teaspoons cumin, ground

1

(28 oz.) can diced tomatoes

2

tablespoons tomato paste

                    

2

cups beef stock

                    

1

(15 oz.) can black beans

                    

Salt and pepper

TOPPINGS:

Grated cheddar cheese

Sour cream

Chopped scallions

Directions

• 1 Roll beef into very small meatballs. You should get 25-30 out of the pound.
• 2 Heat oil in a large sturdy pot over medium heat. Add meatballs and brown well on all sides, cooking for 5-6 minutes.
• 3 Remove meatballs from pot and add onions, green peppers and jalapenos. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until veggies are softened.
• 4 Add garlic, chili powder, paprika, cumin, and tomato paste and stir together. Cook for 30 seconds.
• 5 Add diced tomatoes and beef stock and bring to a simmer. Return meatballs to the chili, along with drained and rinsed beans. Simmer for 8-10 minutes. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
• 6 Serve with a big handful of cheddar cheese on top, sour cream, and diced scallions