High-Protein Beef & Bean Chili Servings: 5 Macros (per serving): 480 calories, 58g protein, 10.5g fat, 43g carbs Verse of the day 🙏🏽 proverbs 10:17 Whoever heeds discipline shows the way to life, but whoever ignores correction leads others astray. Ingredients 2.25 lb 96% lean ground beef 1 medium yellow onion, diced 1 green bell pepper, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, drained & rinsed 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes 1 cup Kettle & Fire beef bone broth 2 tbsp tomato paste 1 tsp soy sauce 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp apple cider vinegar Juice of ½ lime (added at the end) Instructions 1. Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Lean ground beef. Season with ½ tsp salt and let it sear undisturbed for 2–3 minutes before stirring. Cook until browned and caramelized, then drain excess liquid (keep the browned bits — that’s flavor). 2. Add 1 diced onion and 1 diced green bell pepper. Cook 3–4 min until softened, then stir in 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp soy sauce, and 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce. Cook 1 more min until fragrant. 3. Stir in 2 tbsp tomato paste along with: 2½ tbsp chili powder, 1½ tsp smoked paprika, ½ tsp cayenne pepper, ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes, 1½ tsp cumin, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp onion powder, ¼ tsp dried oregano, 5g cocoa powder, 1 tsp brown sugar, 2 tsp kosher salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Toast 2–3 min until the paste darkens and the pot smells rich and smoky. 4. Add 1 can crushed tomatoes, 2 cans black beans, and 1 cup beef bone broth. Stir well to deglaze the pot. Bring to a light simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low. 5. Simmer uncovered 25–30 min, stirring occasionally, until thick and rich. Add a splash more broth if it gets too thick. 6. Turn off heat. Stir in 1 tsp apple cider vinegar and the juice of ½ lime. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. High-Protein Toppings 0% Greek yogurt (instead of sour cream) Fat-free shredded cheddar Diced jalapeño, red onion, or green onion Fresh cilantro - @allenxspeigner