Simply Chili

3/4 lb lean ground beef

1/2 onion, chopped

1 serrano pepper,chopped

1 Tbsp chili powder

1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 cup beef broth

1 can (15 oz. each) black beans, drained, rinsed

1 can (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained

Shredded Cheese
Sour cream
  
Brown meat in Dutch oven or large deep skillet on medium heat; drain, if necessary. Add onions and serrano pepper; cook 5 to 7 min. or until tender, stirring frequently.

  Add seasonings; then stir in broth, beans and tomatoes. Reduce heat to low; cover. Simmer 1 hour, stirring occasionally. 

Optional - for a thicker juice in your chili stir 1 Tbsp corn starch into 1/4 cup of water(or use milk for and even thicker chili); add to chili during last 5 minutes of cooking, stirring well, continue to simmer uncovered until chili reaches desired thickness.

Top individual servings with cheese and sour cream. Serve and Enjoy!