The Best Chili

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Heat the large stockpot over medium high heat.
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Put cooking oil in the pan and heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté for 5 minutes or until onions are clear. Add in your meat and sauté for 7 to 10 minutes or until beef is cooked through.
1 lb. ground beef, ½ onion, 1 tbsp garlic
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Add in beans, tomato sauce, tomato paste, and maple syrup. Combine and continue to cook on medium heat.
1 15 oz. can tomato sauce, 1 15 oz. can pinto beans, 1 15 oz. can kidney beans, 1 15 oz. can diced tomatoes, 3 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tbsp maple syrup
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Add in spices and broth. Combine with the other ingredients and simmer.
3 tbsp chili powder, 2 tsp garlic powder, 2 tsp ground cumin, ½ tsp ground smoked paprika, ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper, 1 cup beef broth
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Bring all ingredients to a boil and reduce heat to low. Continue to simmer for up to 15 minutes or until desired thickness is achieved.
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Serve with your preferred toppings. Enjoy!