Texas Chili in a yellow bowl with small scalloped edges

Smokin' Texas Chili

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  • Total: 2 hr
  • Prep: 15 min
  • Cook: 1 hr 45 min
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a 6-quart saucepot over medium-high heat. Add the beef in 2 batches and cook until it's well browned, stirring often. Remove the beef from the saucepot.
  2. Add the remaining oil and heat over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until it's tender. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  3. Add the salsa, water, chili powder and cumin. Heat to a boil. Return the beef to the saucepot. Stir in the beans. Reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for 1 hour. Uncover and cook for 30 minutes or until the beef is fork-tender.
  4. Sprinkle with the cilantro and Chili Toppings, if desired.
  5. Chili Toppings: Chopped tomatoes, chopped onions or shredded cheese.