Chili with Ziti

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can of diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 (15.5 ounce) can of kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (8 ounce) can of tomato sauce
• 12 ounces ziti noodles, cooked
• Shredded cheese for topping

Directions

1. In a large pot or skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until it is browned. Drain off any excess fat.
2. Add onion, bell pepper, garlic, oregano, chili powder, paprika, cumin, and sugar. Stir to combine and cook until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add diced tomatoes, kidney beans, and tomato sauce to the pot. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
4. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the chili is thickened, about 45 minutes.
5. Add the cooked ziti noodles to the pot and stir to combine.
6. Serve the chili with ziti with a sprinkle of shredded cheese.

Interesting Facts

• Chili is an ancient dish that originated in the southwestern United States.
• Chili is a popular dish all over the world, with many different variations.
• Ziti is a type of pasta that is similar to penne, but has a slightly different shape.