Cowboy Chili

Step 1

In a large saucepan, cook ground beef, garlic and onion over medium heat, stirring until beef is browned, about 10 minutes.

Step 2

Drain well.

Step 3

Stir tomatoes with liquid, broth, chili powder, cumin, oregano and cayenne pepper into beef mixture.

Step 4

Reduce heat to low.

Step 5

Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 1 hour.

Step 6

Add pinto beans and salt.

Step 7

Cook stirring, for 15 minutes longer.

Step 8

note: The flavor of the chili actually improves once the ingredients blend making this the perfect do-ahead meal.

Step 9

Refrigerate chili until ready to use, then reheat over low heat.