Ingredients
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1 large onion
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1 tablespoon olive oil or 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
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2 lbs lean ground beef
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4 tablespoons dark chili powder
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1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
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3/4 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
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1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
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1/4 cup catsup
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1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes (I give them a short whirl in the food processor to break them up more)
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2 cups water
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1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans
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chopped fresh jalapeno
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grated cheddar cheese
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chopped onion
Instructions
- Saute onion in oil until nearly translucent; add ground beef and brown, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Add seasonings and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add tomato sauce, catsup, tomatoes, water and kidney beans. Bring to a boil and simmer, uncovered, for at least a half hour, adding additional water if necessary.
- Serve with onions, jalapenos, cheese, and sour cream.