Italian Merlot Chili

This Italian Merlot Chili combines the rich flavors of ground beef, tomatoes, kidney beans, and aromatic spices, all simmered in Merlot wine for an extra depth of flavor. Perfect for cozy evenings or gatherings, this hearty chili will surely warm you up from the inside out.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 can 14
• 5 oz diced tomatoes
• 1 can 15 oz kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup Merlot wine
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish optional

Instructions:

Over medium heat, brown the ground beef in a large pot

Peel and chop the onion and bell pepper into small pieces

Cook the vegetables until they get soft

Kidney beans, tomato paste, chili powder, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper should all be added now

Turn down the heat and let the chili simmer for a while

Put a lid on top and cook for 30 minutes, stirring every now and then

Make the seasonings taste better

If you want, you can serve it hot with fresh parsley or cilantro on top