Chili Baked Potatoes

 

Ingredients

• For the Baked Potatoes:

• 4 large Russet potatoes

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp salt

• 1⁄2 tsp black pepper

• For the Chili:

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 1 red bell pepper, diced

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 can diced tomatoes

• 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed

• 2 tbsp tomato paste

• 1 cup beef or vegetable broth

• 2 tsp chili powder

• 1 tsp ground cumin

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• 1⁄2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• Toppings (Optional):

• Shredded cheese

• Sour cream or plain Greek yogurt

• Sliced green onions

• Chopped fresh cilantro

• Jalapeño slices

• Hot sauce