• 1 tbsp Oil
• 1 ½ lbs Ground chuck*
• 12 oz Beef broth
• 14.50 oz Can peitite diced tomatoes
• 2 tbsp Red wine vinegar
• 2 tsp Sugar
• Optional: 1/2 tsp each of salt and freshly ground black pepper

*May reduce ground chuck to one pound, if preferred

1. Heat oil in a 4 quart pot.
2. Add ground chuck and brown thoroughly over medium to medium-high heat.
3. Stir in contents of Montana Creekside Classic Chili Mix for 30 seconds.
4. Add in tomatoes, broth, vinegar and sugar. Bring to a simmer.
5. Cover and simmer on low for 30 minutes.
6. Remove the whole japones pepper.
7. Serve with optional toppings of sour cream and shredded cheese or sliced avocado with cornbread on the side.