Serves: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs (680g) ground beef
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 2 (15 oz) cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
• 3 tbsp chili powder blend
• 2 tbsp cooking oil
• 1 tsp sea salt (plus more to taste)
• ½ tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Prep Ingredients:
   Dice onion and drain beans. Measure all ingredients.
2. Brown Beef & Onions:
   Heat oil in heavy pot over medium-high. Add beef and onion. Cook 5-7 minutes until beef is browned and onions are soft. Drain excess fat if needed.
3. Add Spices:
   Stir in chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Combine & Simmer:
   Add beans and crushed tomatoes. Bring to boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover partially and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Adjust & Serve:
   Taste and add more salt if needed. For thicker chili, simmer uncovered 5 extra minutes. Serve hot.