3 Alarm Chili: A Spicy and Satisfying Comfort Food
3 Alarm Chili is a hearty, spicy chili that is sure to get your taste buds tingling. This recipe is perfect for a cold night or a game-day gathering.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more to taste)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions:
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Brown the ground beef: In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
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Sauté the vegetables: Add the onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
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Add the beans and tomatoes: Stir in the kidney beans, pinto beans, black beans, crushed tomatoes, and tomato sauce.
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Season the chili: Add the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
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Simmer and serve: Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for at least 30 minutes, or until the flavors have melded.
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Garnish and enjoy: Serve the chili hot with your favorite toppings, such as chopped cilantro, shredded cheese, sour cream, or avocado.
Tips:
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Adjust the spice level: Start with 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, but feel free to add more or less to your taste.
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Use different beans: Feel free to substitute other beans, such as black-eyed peas or cannellini beans.
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Add toppings: Get creative with your toppings! Some other popular options include jalapeno peppers, cornbread croutons, and shredded lettuce.
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Make it ahead: This chili can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months.
Enjoy your delicious and spicy 3 Alarm Chili!