Hearty Chili

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: 40 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 2  lbs lean ground beef
• 1 (1 1/4ounce) package  taco seasoning
• 1 1⁄2 cups water, divided
• 2 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans or 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, with liquid
• 2 (14 1/2ounce) 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.