Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb. ground round or sirloin
  • 1 c. chopped onion
  • 1/2 c. chopped green bell pepper (optional)
  • 1 (8 oz.) can low-sodium tomato sauce
  • 1 (14 1/2 oz.) can beef broth
  • 1 (6 oz.) can low-sodium tomato paste
  • 2 (15 1/2 oz.) cans dark red kidney beans, undrained
  • 2 tsp. chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
  • brown sugar to taste (optional)

Method

  • In a nonstick skillet, cook ground round, onions and green pepper, if using, until meat is well done and vegetables are soft. Pour mixture into a colander or strainer; drain fat.
  • Place under hot running water and rinse until beef no longer feels oily. Return meat mixture to skillet.
  • Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer until slighlty thickened and fragrant, about 30 minutes.
  • Adjust seasonings to taste. Makes about 4 (1 1/2 cup) servings.
  • Each serving has 4.5 grams fat total (1.5 grams saturated).