Red wine chili

Directions

Sure, here’s a simple recipe for Red Wine Chili:

Ingredients:
– 1 lb ground beef
– 1 onion, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 bell pepper, diced
– 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
– 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 cup red wine
– 2 tbsp tomato paste
– 2 tsp chili powder
– 1 tsp cumin
– 1/2 tsp paprika
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Olive oil for cooking

Instructions:
1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onions and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant.
2. Add ground beef to the pot, cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
3. Stir in diced bell pepper and cook for a few minutes until softened.
4. Pour in red wine, diced tomatoes, and kidney beans. Mix well.
5. Add tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
6. Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Let it simmer for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
7. Adjust seasoning to taste. If you prefer a thicker consistency, let it simmer longer.
8. Serve the red wine chili hot, optionally garnished with shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped green onions.

Enjoy your flavorful Red Wine Chili!