Hearty Chili

Submitted by Chef #472267

"This recipe came from Cooking With Marie BY Marie Hejl. This recipe is great for game night party or casual winter dinner party"

 

• Ready In: 40mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 4-6

ingredients

• 2 lbs lean ground beef
• 1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning
• 1 1⁄2 cups water, divided
• 2 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans or (15 ounce) cans black beans, with liquid
• 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with juice
• 4 cups fresh corn or 4 cups frozen corn
• 2 tablespoons ranch salad dressing
• 1⁄2 tablespoon dried red pepper flakes (optional)

directions

1. In a large pot, brown the ground beef over a medium-high heat, about 8-10 minutes. add taco seasoning and 1 cup of water; stir to combine. add beans, tomatoes, corn, ranch dressing, red pepper flakes with remaining water cook over low heat for 10 minutes to allow flavors to combine.
2. Optional Toppings: Shredded cheddar cheese, chopped fresh cilantro and fresh jalapenos.
3. Serve with cornbread or tortilla chips.