Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef
3/4 cup chopped onion
1 jar three cheese spaghetti sauce
1 1/2 cups water
2 teaspoons sugar
1 can diced tomatoes
1 can sliced mushrooms
2 ounces sliced pepperoni
1 tablespoon beef bouillon
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 can kidney beans , drained and rinsed
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese , for garnish
Italian Style Chili is a fun and flavorful take on traditional chili recipes. This recipe combines classic chili ingredients such as ground beef, onions, beans and tomatoes with Italian-style ingredients like spaghetti sauce, sliced pepperoni, and sliced mushrooms. With just a few easy-to-find ingredients, this recipe comes together quickly, perfect for a weeknight meal or to share with friends on a cozy evening. The addition of cheddar cheese on top gives the perfect finishing touch.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, cook ground beef and onion over medium heat until browned.
2.Stir in spaghetti sauce, water, sugar, diced tomatoes, mushrooms, pepperoni, beef bouillon, and chili powder.
3.Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.
4.Add kidney beans and continue to simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
5.Serve hot with shredded cheddar cheese on top.

PROS

This Italian Style Chili is a deliciously unique and easy-to-make twist on classic chili recipes.

The combination of three cheese spaghetti sauce and pepperoni gives the dish a rich and savory flavor that is sure to impress guests and family alike.

CONS

The use of canned ingredients in this recipe may not be to everyone’s taste.

Some may find the combination of spaghetti sauce and chili to be unusual or not traditional.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although this dish may not be a nutritionally balanced meal, it does contain a variety of nutrients and minerals.
The lean beef provides protein, while the tomatoes contain lycopene which has been linked to heart health.
The kidney beans are a great source of fiber, and the mushrooms are low in calories and high in antioxidants.

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