Ground Beef Chili

Facts

Organic, Grass-Fed Ground beef is affordable, versatile and delicious. For families looking to get ahead for busy weeks, recipes using Grass-Fed Ground Beef can be prepared and stored in batches in the freezer for quick meals. Best, it does not get dry or compromise flavor by freezing. I recommend storing with as little air as possible to avoid ice crystals from forming.

Organic, Grass-Fed Beef is rich in Antioxidants and Vitamins A, B6, B12, D and E, offering immunity boosting qualities. Grass-Fed Beef contains significant amounts of Omega 3 Fatty Acids, specifically the strand Alpha-Linolenic Acid (this is derived from consuming a grass-fed diet), which helps to reduce the risk of Heart Disease and reduce Cholesterol. 

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Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients: 

2# Markegard Family Grass-Fed Ground Beef 

1 Medium Yellow Onion, Medium Dice

1 Cup Kidney Beans (15 oz can drained or ¼ Cup dried, soaked overnight and cooked)

1 Tablespoon Garlic, Chopped

1 Fresh Bay Leaf

2 Tablespoons Tomato Paste

1 (28 oz  can) Crushed Tomatoes 

1 Cup Beef Bone Broth 

*House-made, see our recipe in the Broths Section!

1 Tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil

2 teaspoons Chili Powder

2 teaspoons Cumin Seed, Ground

2 teaspoons Oregano, Dried

1 teaspoon Paprika

½ teaspoon Cayenne

½ teaspoon Black Ground Pepper

Salt to Taste

Toppings

Sour Cream

Sliced Green Onion

Shredded Cheese

Method: 

  1. In a large pot, brown Beef in the Extra Virgin Olive Oil and season generously with Salt.

  2. Add the Diced Yellow Onion and Bay Leaf and cook until the edges of the onions become caramelized.

  3. Add Garlic and Spices, stir until well incorporated. 

  4. Add Tomato Paste and stir until well incorporated.

  5. Add Crushed Tomatoes, Bone Broth and Kidney Beans. Bring the pot to a boil and reduce to a simmer starting with 30 minutes. Cook until reduced to desired consistency – about 45 minutes for mine.

Helpful Tips and Notes

  • This chili gets more delicious overnight in the fridge! Make a big batch and continue to enjoy it when you’re looking for a quick and nutritious meal.

  • The spices above are easy to find – to save time in the future you can make a batch of this spice mix to keep on hand in your pantry. 

  • Once this becomes a staple, you will find these spices make great marinades or rubs for meat off the grill.

  • Have fun with the spices – chipotle and other chilis add a fun twist to customize your recipe.

  • Recipes for Chili range depending on geography – some have beans and very specific spices, some have pasta - many purists are out there but don’t let anybody tell you you’re not doing it right!

Recipe by Isabelle Jackson Nunes

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