Classic Simple Chili

Directions

1. 1
   Brown ground beef in a pot, drain.
2. 2
   Add in beans, tomato sauce , chili powder, and cayenne pepper.
3. 3
   Heat to a boil, then cover and reduce to low and simmer slowly for 4-8 hours, stirring every 30 minutes to prevent sticking at the bottom.
4. 4
   If you like it hotter, add more chili powder, cayenne pepper, or even a whole jalapeno pepper and remove the pepper before serving.
5. 5
   (that's what my mother would do.
6. 6
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