When the temperature outside starts to drop, it’s the perfect time to make a pot of chili. Chili is a spicy stew that traditionally contains meat, tomatoes, beans, chili peppers or powder, and other seasonings. It’s a comforting dish that will warm you up, even on the coldest day. To make the below recipe, all you’ll need are the listed ingredients, a large skillet, and a slow cooker.

Here are the ingredients you’ll need to make chili at your apartment in Alachua, Florida:

• 1.5 lbs lean ground beef

• 1 onion, chopped

• 1 green bell pepper, chopped

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 2 cans (16 ounces) red kidney beans, rinsed and drained

• 2 cans (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes

• 2 tablespoons chili powder

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 teaspoon pepper

• 1 teaspoon ground cumin

To make the chili, follow these steps:

• Step 1 – In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the lean ground beef, chopped onion, chopped bell pepper, and minced garlic cloves, stirring until the beef is fully cooked. Drain any remaining fat and add this mixture to your slow cooker.

• Step 2 – In the slow cooker, stir in the red kidney beans and diced tomatoes. Then, sprinkle in the chili powder, salt, pepper, and cumin, mixing well with the other ingredients.

• Step 3 – Cook the chili on high for three to four hours, or on low for five to six hours.

• Step 4 – Dish out a serving into a bowl. Add sour cream, shredded cheese, crackers, or any other toppings you want. Enjoy!

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