Serves 4-6

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large sweet onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1/4 cup chili powder
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 2 tbsp cumin
• 14 oz can each, kidney, pinto, white beans, drained and rinsed
• 28 oz can diced tomatoes
• Salt and pepper

Method

1. In a large pot, heat oil over medium-high heat.
2. Add onion and sauté for 2 minutes. Stir in garlic, and cook for 2 more minutes.
3. Mix in beef and sauté for another 4 minutes. Now add remaining ingredients.
4. Bring chili to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
5. Simmer chili for for 50 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Meanwhile, prepare your cornbread.

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