No-Bean Chili
Description
Perfect for anyone who wants chili but isn't a fan of beans or chunky vegetables, this chili without beans comes to the rescue.
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon bacon grease
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1 1/2 pounds ground beef, preferably chuck
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1/2 medium white onion, minced
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8 cloves garlic, or to taste
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3 tablespoons chili powder
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1 tablespoon ground paprika
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2 teaspoons dried oregano
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1 (28 ounce) can tomato puree
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1 cup water
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3 tablespoons tomato paste
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2 teaspoons white sugar
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1 cube beef bouillon
Directions
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Heat bacon grease in a large pot over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot pot until almost browned, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium and add onion; cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes.
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Add garlic, chili powder, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper; cook and stir until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Add tomato puree, water, tomato paste, sugar, and bouillon cube. Reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 30 to 60 minutes.