Black and White Bean Chili Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 small yellow onion, diced (about 1 cup)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 (28 ounce) can diced or crushed tomatoes
• 3/4 cup chicken broth
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
• 1 (15 ounce) can white beans, drained
• OPTIONAL:
• Cayenne pepper
• Sour cream
• Small diced or shredded cheese
• Sliced green onions

Directions:

1. Heat olive oil in medium stockpot over medium heat. Add onions and cook, stirring often, until lightly browned and softened. Stir in garlic. Add meat and cook through, stirring to break into small pieces.
2. Stir in chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add tomatoes, broth, and both types of beans. Bring to simmer.
3. Reduce heat to low, partially cover, and cook 25 minutes. Add additional salt, pepper, and optional cayenne pepper, to taste. Serve with toppings of choice.