Wendy's-Style Chili

This hearty chili swaps industrial oils and hidden sugars for grass-fed beef and authentic spices, offering a nutrient-dense meal.

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb organic grass-fed ground beef
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 medium organic yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large organic red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup organic crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can (15oz) organic kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (15oz) organic pinto beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup organic beef bone broth
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp raw honey
  • Sea salt and cracked black pepper to taste

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Instructions

  1. Heat avocado oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula until browned; drain any excess liquid.
  3. Add diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the pot. Sauté for 6-8 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
  4. Stir in the tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder. Cook for 2 minutes to toast the spices.
  5. Pour in the crushed tomatoes, bone broth, and raw honey. Stir well to combine.
  6. Add the kidney beans and pinto beans, then reduce heat to low.
  7. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chili thickens.
  8. Season with sea salt and black pepper before serving.

FAQ

Why use avocado oil instead of vegetable oil?

Avocado oil is a healthier choice as it contains healthy fats and does not require chemical extraction processes used in making many seed oils.

Can I substitute honey with another natural sweetener?

Yes, you can use maple syrup or agave nectar as substitutes for raw honey, but make sure they are organic to maintain the clean eating standards.

What is the purpose of using beef bone broth in this recipe?

Beef bone broth adds depth of flavor and enhances nutrition with minerals like calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus.

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