Spooky Halloween Chili

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained
• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
• 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. In a large pot over medium heat, cook the ground beef and onion until the beef is no longer pink. Drain off any excess fat.
2. Add the bell pepper, beans, tomatoes, tomato sauce, chiles, chili powder, garlic powder, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
3. Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Serve with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, and diced onions.

Interesting Facts

• Halloween originated from the Celtic festival of Samhain, which marked the start of the “darker half” of the year.
• Chili is believed to have been invented in the 1800s in the U.S. state of Texas.
• Chili is the official state dish of Texas.