Ranch-Style Beef Chili

Ranch-Style Beef Chili

Few things say comfort like a big pot of chili simmering on the stove. Our Ranch-Style Beef Chili uses Riverbend Cattle Company ground beef for a rich, meaty base that delivers unbeatable flavor. It’s the kind of recipe that fills your kitchen with the scent of slow-simmered goodness and brings everyone to the table fast.

Ingredients

  • 1½ lbs Riverbend Cattle Company Ground Beef
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
  • 1½ cups beef broth
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
  2. Stir in onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Cook until vegetables are softened.
  3. Add chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat the meat evenly.
  4. Add diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth. Stir well and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low and let simmer uncovered for 30–40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Serve with shredded cheese, sour cream, or jalapeño slices if desired.

This chili is perfect for game day, family dinners, or cold evenings on the ranch. For a keto-friendly version, skip the beans — it’s just as flavorful and satisfying with Riverbend Cattle Company beef leading the way.

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About Riverbend Cattle Company

Riverbend Cattle Company is a cattle ranch located on the shores of the Withlacoochee River and Bonnet Lake, just outside historic Floral City, Florida. We raise grass-fed, grain-finished beef cattle in a compassionate and sustainable manner so that the beef is healthy and tastes amazing.

We offer a one-stop shop for families and individuals that want to incorporate a healthy and local meat diet into their lives. Our mission is to carry on the rich Florida farming history by offering and supporting local families and their recipes, handed down for generations. 

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