Southwestern Beef Chili with Corn

Ingredients

1 T olive oil
2 carrots, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
.5 - 1 lb ground beef
4 T tomato paste
2 cans black beans, rinsed
2 T chili powder
1 t kosher salt
1 cup fresh or frozen corn
1/2 cup grated cheddar or nacho cheese
4 scallions, sliced

Directions

Heat the oil in a stockpot over medium-high heat; add the carrot, onion, and pepper and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes. Add the beef and cook until no longer pink, 3-5 minutes.

Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the beans, chili powder, 1.5 cups of water and the salt. Simmer over medium heat for 10 minutes or so. Chop green onions and grate cheese.

Stir in the corn. Serve topped with cheese and scallions.

Additions

Good served with rice, small pasta, or cornbread.