Name: Classic Chili (Chili Con Carne)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h 10 min
Yield: 6-8 servings
Ingredients: 3 Tbsp. olive oil; 1.5 – 2 lbs. lean beef or pork, cut into 1/2″ cubes; 1 medium white or yellow onion, chopped; 1 poblano pepper, seeded and finely diced; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely diced (optional); 5 cloves garlic, peeled and minced; 2 Tbsp. chili powder; 1 Tbsp. ground cumin; 2 tsp. dried oregano; 2 tsp. sugar; 1 tsp. chipotle powder; 2 cups beef broth; 2 cups water; 1 (15 oz.) can black beans, drained and rinsed; 1 (15 oz.) can Rotel (diced tomatoes and green chiles); 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce; 2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar; 3 Tbsp. masa harina (or you can use all-purpose flour or cornstarch to thicken); Toppings (optional): shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, chopped green or red onions,; diced avocado, and/or chopped cilantro