Nikki's Chili

In a large soup pot:

2 Tbsp canola oil (butter if not going dairy free)
3 cloves garlic
1 large sweet onion

Saute until the onion is beginning to become transparent.
Then add:

1 can diced tomatoes with juice
1-2 cups of pre-cooked ground beef
1 can tomato paste
1 can water
1 can kidney beans
1 can pinto beans

In separate cup: stir 1/4 cup harina masa (corn flour) into 1/2 cup of water. Then add to pot.

Add water, if too thick. Add more corn flour if too runny.

1/4 cup brown sugar
1 Tbsp oregano
1 Tbsp ground cumin
2-3 Tbsp chili powder*
1/2-1 tsp cayenne pepper*
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper

*Add more for extra spice. Can also add chipotle chili powder for a little different flavor and spice.

Let simmer for 1-2 hours. 6-8 large servings. Tastes delicious with cornbread!

-Nikki