Melissa's Easy Chili

Submitted by MELISSAS KITCHEN

"This chili is my very own recipe--easy to make and great tasting. Very good on a cold day. My kids love it. Heats up great."

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 11
• Serves: 4-6

ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 3 (15 ounce) cans flavored chili beans (I use 1 hot & 2 mild)
• 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 (28 ounce) can petite diced tomatoes
• 1 small onion (diced)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 dash hot sauce
• 1 (1 1/4 ounce) package chili seasoning mix (I use McCormick's mild)
• 1⁄2 cup shredded cheese
• 1⁄2 cup water

directions

1. Brown ground beef; drain.
2. Combine all ingredients in a pot.
3. Simmer for 20 minutes.
4. Top with shredded cheese.
5. Serve with crackers or cornbread.