Mexican Spicy Beef Chili

What is not to love about this spicy combo? This meal tastes much better if prepared the day before serving. Just remember to keep the cheese on the side and to add it just before serving.
Course Bean Soups
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 1 servings
Calories 4037.26 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ounce(s) salad oil
  • 1 cup(s) chopped onions
  • 1 cup(s) chopped green pepper
  • 1 clove garlic, chopped
  • 32 ounce(s) ground beef chuck
  • 1 large can tomato puree
  • 1 can (6 oz.) tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoon(s) chili powder
  • 3 teaspoon(s) sugar
  • 3 teaspoon(s) salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon(s) pepper
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon(s) cumin
  • 1 teaspoon(s) basil, dried
  • 1/8 teaspoon(s) cayenne
  • 2 cans kidney beans, drained
  • 1/2 cup(s) grated cheddar cheese

Instructions
 

  • In hot oil in large skillet saut onions, garlic and green pepper, stirring until tender (about 5 minutes).
  • Then drain.
  • In a 5-quart Dutch oven, brown beef.
  • Drain fat and add drained vegetable mixture.
  • Add all ingredients except beans and cheese.
  • Simmer 1/2 hour or until thick.
  • Add beans, heat gently several minutes; sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
  • Run under broiler for seconds just to melt cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 4037.26kcalCarbohydrates: 266.6gProtein: 234.08gFat: 233.76gSaturated Fat: 88.64gCholesterol: 695.94mgSodium: 9976.24mgFiber: 63.46gSugar: 105.06g
Keyword Beef, Soup, Tomato, Vegetables
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