Classic Hearty Beef and Bean Chili

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 yellow onion, chopped
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 2 cans diced tomatoes (14.5 oz each)
• 1 can tomato paste (6 oz)
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 jalapeño, chopped
• 2 cans kidney beans
• 2 cans chili-seasoned pinto beans
• 4-5 cloves garlic, minced
• Mouton’s All-Purpose Seasoning, to taste
• Chili powder, to taste
• Oregano, to taste
• Cumin, to taste
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Seasoned salt, to taste
• Garlic powder, to taste
• Red Rooster Louisiana Hot Sauce, to taste
• 1-2 tablespoons olive oil

Toppings

• Shredded cheddar cheese
• Crackers

Instructions

1. Prepare the Ingredients
   Wash and chop the bell pepper, onion, celery, jalapeño, and garlic.

2. Cook the Vegetables
   In a large pot, heat 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, bell pepper, jalapeño, and garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.

3. Brown the Beef
   Add the ground beef to the pot. Break it up with a spatula and cook until it’s browned. Season generously with Mouton’s All-Purpose Seasoning.

4. Combine Ingredients
   Add the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, and chili-seasoned pinto beans. Stir well to combine.

5. Add Tomato Paste and Broth
   Stir in the tomato paste and beef broth. Mix thoroughly.

6. Season the Chili
   Season the chili with Mouton’s All-Purpose Seasoning, chili powder, oregano, cumin, salt, pepper, seasoned salt, garlic powder, and hot sauce, adjusting to your taste.

7. Simmer
   Lower the heat, cover the pot, and let the chili simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.

8. Serve
   Serve the chili and top with shredded cheddar cheese and crackers.