This is a delicious recipe! An easy and simple chili with a rich, spicy and smoky taste.
It can also be made vegetarian or vegan – leave out the meat and add more beans.
INGREDIENTS:
- 1/4 cup Fresh Harvest Smoked Olive Oil
- 1/4 cup Fresh Harvest Jalapeno Olive Oil
- 1/3 cup Fresh Harvest Dark Chocolate Balsamic
- 2 white onions, chopped
- 1-pound ground beef (optional)
- 1-pound steak, sliced into bits (optional)
- 4-6 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 Jalapeno peppers, de-seeded and finely chopped
- 1 Poblano chili pepper, de-seeded and finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons oregano
- 1 ½ teaspoons cumin
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 – 15 oz cans of black beans, drained
- 1 – 15 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 1 – 15 oz can petite diced tomatoes, drained
Directions:
Brown ground beef and chopped steak in a large pot until cooked. Drain fat. Add olive oils, onion, garlic, and peppers. Sauté for 10 minutes until soft. Add the spices and mix thoroughly. Add crushed and diced tomatoes, and beans. Stir well and simmer slowly for about 15 minutes. Add Dark Chocolate Balsamic and continue to simmer for another 20-30 minutes, stirring frequently. Serve with garnishes such as grated cheese, avocado slices, chips, etc.
