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Description
Simple and satisfying comfort food recipes perfect for weeknights or any time you need a warm, hearty meal without fuss.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (10 oz) can condensed tomato soup
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Shredded cheddar cheese for topping (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
- Add the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, condensed tomato soup, chili powder, and cumin. Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for at least 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. For deeper flavor, simmer longer.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, topped with shredded cheddar cheese if desired.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute with plant-based ground ‘meat’ or extra beans.
- Add other vegetables like corn or bell peppers for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Serve with crusty bread or cornbread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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