Chili


Chili is the easiest dinner around, just done in the time it takes to open a few cans. I brown 500g beef mince with cumin, chili powder, chili flakes for heat, and pimenton de la vera (Spanish paprika). Add tomato paste, a can of chopped tomatoes, and two cans of beans. I used butter beans and red kidney beans but black or white ones will do the trick too. The secret is to add a little sweetener to balance out the acid in the tomatoes so a little agave or sugar will be perfect. Don't forget salt and pepper but I prefer to use GOYA adobo. Add sour cream, cheese, guac, pico de gallo, or tortilla chips to garnish.

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