Classic Chili Recipes

Yield: 4 Servings

1 lb lean ground beef
1 c chopped onions
1/2 c diced poblano chile or green pepper
1 TB chili powder
1/4 ts cinnamon and cumin
1/2 ts salt
28 oz whole tomatoes in puree canned
1/3 c raisins (optional)
Cooked rice

1. Cook beef in large skillet over medium-high heat until browned, 2 to 5 minutes. Add onions and chile; cook 3 minutes more. Add chili powder, cinnamon, cumin and salt; cook 30 seconds.

2. Add tomatoes in puree, breaking up tomatoes with back of spoon, and raisins. Cook, stirring occasionally, over medium heat 15 minutes.