Ingredients

  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 (16 ounce) package frozen mixed vegetables, chopped onion and bell pepper mixture
  • 1 lb 93% lean ground beef, uncooked (with 7% fat)
  • 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 cup crushed fire-roasted tomatoes, canned
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder, medium heat suggested
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
  • 1/2 teaspoon table salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained

Method

  • Coat a large skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat. Add garlic and frozen vegetable mixture; cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables thaw and any liquid evaporates, about 3 minutes. Add beef and cook, stirring frequently, breaking up clumps of beef with a wooden spoon, about 2 minutes.
  • Add diced tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, chili powder, oregano, salt, black pepper and beans; cook over high heat, stirring occasionally, until some liquid evaporates, meat is cooked through and chili thickens slightly, about 3 minutes. Yield about 1 1/4 cups per serving.