1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions:
In a large skillet, brown the ground beef. Drain off the fat. Put the beef and the remaining ingredients in a 6-quart pot. Cover the pot and let the chili simmer for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, stirring every 15 minutes.
Conclusion
This beef chili is proof that great food doesn’t need to be complicated to be memorable. With minimal prep and one large pot, you end up with a dish that’s bold, hearty, and deeply comforting. The slow simmer allows the beef to absorb the spices and the tomatoes to mellow into a rich, flavorful sauce that coats every spoonful.
Serve it on its own, topped with shredded cheese or chopped onions, or alongside cornbread, crackers, or rice. It’s also an excellent make-ahead meal, as the flavors continue to develop overnight, making leftovers just as satisfying—if not better—than the first bowl.
Whether you’re cooking for a crowd or simply craving a comforting, no-nonsense meal, this chili delivers every time. Warm, filling, and full of classic flavor, it’s the kind of recipe that earns a permanent place in your kitchen rotation.
