Wicklewood's Not Hot but Smokin' Chilli

My mother in law has developed an aversion to hot spicy foods so I have adapted our usual family favourite chilli by reducing the heat and increasing the flavour with the use of paprika,, (it must be smoked Paprika) It is so popular it has now become a regular addition to our family favourites. If you do want some extra heat just add 1/2 teaspoon of chilli powder or a few dashes of tobasco. Delicious served with plain boiled rice or favourite savoury rice, we prefer my Aztec rice #448815

• Ready In: 50 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 1  lb minced beef
• 1 (400 g) can plum tomatoes
• 1 (400 g) can red kidney beans
• 1 (400 g) can haricot beans
• 2  tablespoons tomato puree
• 1  large onion, chopped
• 3 -4  teaspoons  smoked paprika
• 1  taco seasoning mix, mild (I use Old El Passo)
• 2  garlic cloves, crushed
• 1  red pepper, diced
• 2  tablespoons  vegetable oil

Directions

1. In a large frying pan, heat the oil and soften the onions and garlic over a medium heat.
2. Add the mince and brown completely before adding the pepper, tomatoes (including the juice) and tomato puree, stir well.
3. Rinse and drain the beans and add to the mince.
4. Stir in the taco seasoning and paprika.
5. Reduce heat slightly and cook slowly for approximately 35-40 mins stirring occasionally to avoid burning (if the mixture becomes too thick add a little water.).
6. Serve hot with rice or nachos.