Homemade Chili

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans (and or white beans)
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
• 1 can or half a frozen bag of corn
• 1 cup diced celery
• 1 cup diced green bell pepper
• 1 1/2 cup water, or as needed depending on preferred consistency
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon chili powder, or more to taste
• 1 pinch garlic powder or fresh garlic cloves
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional toppings: jalapeno, diced fresh tomato, cilantro, avocado, sour cream, shredded cheese, Fritos, raw diced onion, bread, mini quesadillas

Instructions:

Step One: Place ground beef and onion in a large Dutch oven over medium heat; cook and stir until meat is browned and onion is tender, about 5 minutes

Step Two: Stir in tomato sauce, beans, and stewed tomatoes with juice. If you prefer a thinner consistency, add water. Season with chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover and let simmer for 15 minutes

Step Three: Turn off heat and let the meat rest for 5 minutes before serving. Add toppings