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Texas No Beans Chili Recipe: Irresistible Taste Adventure

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This thick and hearty No Bean Chili Recipe delivers authentic Texas flavor with a spicy blend of seasonings and ground beef. Perfect for those who love Classic Texas Chili or an Authentic Texas Chili experience with a Family Friendly Chili touch.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 pounds ground beef or ground turkey
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 yellow onion finely diced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 can 6 ounces tomato paste
  • 1 can 28 ounces diced fire roasted tomatoes undrained
  • 2 cups low sodium beef broth or 1 cup beer + 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Shredded cheddar cheese
  • Seeded and thinly sliced jalapenos
  • Sour cream
  • Chopped cilantro

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat and brown the ground beef seasoned with salt and pepper.
  2. Stir in onions, bell pepper, and garlic and cook until softened.
  3. Add chili powder, cumin, oregano, paprika, and tomato paste, cook for 3 minutes while stirring.
  4. Stir in diced fire roasted tomatoes and beef broth, scraping browned bits from the pot.
  5. Add bay leaf, bring to a simmer, reduce heat, and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Remove bay leaf, adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, and serve garnished with cheddar cheese, jalapenos, sour cream, and cilantro.

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