Name: Weeknight Cheesy Beef Skillet Chili {Gluten-Free; Lactose-Free}
Prep time: 12 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 lb (455 g) grass-fed ground beef (I use 85-90% lean); 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 medium-large green bell pepper, chopped; 4 large cloves garlic, minced or crushed; 1 (14.5 oz/411 g) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes with juices; 1 (6 oz/170 g) can tomato paste; 1½ cups (355 ml) water or low-sodium beef or vegetable stock; 4 teaspoons no-salt-added taco spice blend (see Note); ¾ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 1 (15.5 oz/439 g) can no-salt-added black beans, rinsed and drained; ½ bag GO VEGGIE Lactose and Soy Free Cheddar Shreds; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or cilantro, for garnish