Brooklyn's Chili (Perfect One Pot)

Serves 4.

Ingredients

2 tsp olive oil

1 lb ground beef

1 onion, finely chopped

1 celery stalk, finely chopped

1 red or green bell pepper, cored, seeded and finely chopped

2-3 garlic cloves, finely chopped

14 oz canned chopped tomatoes

3 tbsp tomato paste

2 cups chicken or beef stock

1/8 tsp ground coriander

1/8 tsp ground cumin

1/4 tsp dried oregano

1 tsp mild chili powder

salt and pepper

chopped fresh cilantro to garnish

serve with sour cream, cheddar cheese and crackers

Method

1. Heave the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the pork, season to taste with salt and pepper, and cook until no longer pink, stirring frequently. Reduce the heat to medium and add the onion, celery, bell pepper, and garlic. Cover and continue cooking for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened.

2. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, and stock. Add the coriander, cumin, oregano, and chili powder. stir the ingredients to combine well.

3. Bring just to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes, until all the vegetables are very tender. Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more chili powder if you want it spicier.

4. Ladle the chili into warmed bowls and sprinkle with chopped cilantro, sour cream, and cheese with crackers or bread on the side.