Low Carb Chili

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 lbs ground beef
• 1/2 large onion (chopped)
• 8 garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 (15 ounce) cans diced tomatoes (with liquid)
• 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
• 1 (4 ounce) can green chilies (with liquid)
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1/4 cup chili powder
• 2 tablespoons cumin
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 2 teaspoons sea salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the chopped onion for 5-7 minutes, until translucent (or increase the time to about 20 minutes if you like them caramelized). Add the garlic and cook for a minute or less, until fragrant.
2. Add the ground beef. Cook for 8-10 minutes, breaking apart with a spatula, until browned.
3. Transfer the ground beef mixture into a slow cooker. Add remaining ingredients, except bay leaf, and stir until combined. Place the bay leaf into the middle, if using.
4. Cook for 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high. If you used a bay leaf, remove it before serving.