Simply Delicious!

I made this Chili last night for dinner, and it was delicious! I got it from the Everyday Food magazine for January/February. Jason and I are big Chili fans, but it's not always the MOST healthy meal. The best part about this?? It was a lighter beef chili, but it was just as good, if not better than any chili I've ever had before. It was only 241 calories per serving and 7 grams of fat. It had tons of protein and fiber, and it was definitely filling. I was full all night long!! I hate sharing recipes because I'm 1- lazy, and 2- I like having all of the secret good recipes, but this one is definitely worth sharing!

1 T vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, chopped
coarse salt and ground pepper
2 T tomato paste (I used sauce because I didn't have paste, and it was just fine)
2 T Chili powder (I used slightly less, because I ran out, still fine)
2 T UNSWEETENED cocoa powder (I was skeptical, but it REALLY enhances the flavor!)
1 lb ground beef sirloin (I used about 1/2 that, and it was still PLENTY chunky and thick)
2 cans diced tomatoes in juice
2 cans pinto beans, rinsed and drained

1- In a large, heavy bottomed saucepan, heat oil over medium-high. Add onion and garlic, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. (Took me longer)

2- Add tomato paste, chili powder, and cocoa powder. Cook, stirring, until mixture is gragrant, about 1 minute. Add beef, and cook, breaking up with a spoon, until no longer pink, 3- 5 minutes

3- Add tomatoes (with their juice) and beans. Bring to a boil over high; reduce to a simmer, and cook until chili is slightly thickened, 10 to 15 minutes.

I served it was a dallop of sour cream, and some sliced avocado. I also made a few cornbread muffins. A PERFECT and quick dinner for the 20 degree weather we're having!!