SMALL BATCH CHILI

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp canola oil
• 1 lb (0.5 kg) lean ground beef
• 2/3 cup chopped onion
• 1 clove garlic, crushed
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1/4 tsp oregano, crumbled
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 cup water
• 1 can (14 oz/398 mL) chili-style pinto and red kidney beans
• 2 tbsp tomato paste

Directions

1. Heat oil in a large frypan over medium heat. Add beef, onion and garlic. Cook, stirring to break up beef, until browned, about 7 - 10 minutes. Drain off excess fat.
2. Stir in chili powder, oregano and salt; cook for 1 minute. Stir in water, beans and tomato paste. Bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat; cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes.