Hearty Gut-Resetting Chili
This hearty chili is the perfect meal to reset your gut and get you feeling healthy. It's packed with lean ground beef, plenty of fresh vegetables, and a flavorful blend of spices. The chili is simmered for 30 minutes, which allows the flavors to meld and the vegetables to become tender. Serve it hot, garnished with your favorite toppings.
During the summer and fall months, most markets highlight the most perfect produce a home cook could dream of, yet I still always find myself gravitating towards the corner stand selling bell peppers. I can't help it – their smooth, shiny skins and vibrant colors just call to me. Plus, they're incredibly versatile too. Just this week, they've made their way into an intensely flavorful salsa to keep in the fridge for easy snacking, and a gently sautéed mixture that I layered into a cheesy lasagna. But it's this next dish that has me most excited – a gut-resetting chili that's chock full of meat and vegetables, and the perfect canvas for spicing to your liking. If you're looking to warm up from the inside-out, and give your gut a boost, look no further than this hearty and healing chili. It can be served on its own or as a topping for baked potatoes, rice, or any of your other favorite grain bowls.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 bell peppers, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
Instructions
  1. In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef.
  2. Add the onion, bell peppers, carrots, celery, and garlic to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, and oregano.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
  5. Serve the chili hot, garnished with your favorite toppings.
Why It Works
  • The ground beef provides a hearty base for the chili, while the vegetables add sweetness, texture, and nutrients.
  • The blend of spices gives the chili a flavorful kick, without being overpowering.
  • Simmering the chili for 30 minutes allows the flavors to meld and the vegetables to become tender.