Chuck Steak Chili

This is a delicious, easy-to-make chili! Of course if you are like me, you make your own broth and cook your own beans, so plan ahead if you want it still to be quick and easy! I like to keep jars of broth in the freezer and defrost them as needed.

Ingredients:

• 3 Tbs. canola oil
• 1 ½ lbs. chuck steak, cubed
• 3 medium shallots, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 2 tsp. dried oregano
• 1 tsp. cumin
• 1 1/2 cups beef broth or chicken broth
• 1 1/2 cups tomato puree
• 2 cups kidney beans
• Salt and pepper and additional chili powder to taste

Directions:

Heat canola oil in a large pot and add cubed beef and brown on all sides. 

Add shallots, pepper, and garlic. Cook about 5 minutes, until vegetables are softened. 

Add chili powder, oregano, cumin, broth, and tomato puree. 

Bring to boil, reduce to medium-low heat, and cover. Simmer about 1 hour, then add beans and simmer an additional hour. 

Add salt and pepper and chili powder and/or hot sauce to taste. I like to add any of the following: crushed tortilla chips, grated cheese (jack or cheddar), sour cream, avocado and cilantro!

Adapted from Steak Chili with Beans, original recipe is here:  http://www.5minutesforspecialneeds.com/439/steak-chili-with-beans/