Frito Chili Pie Classic (Printable Version)

# What You’ll Need:

01 - 1 pound ground beef
02 - 1 medium onion, diced
03 - 1 clove garlic, minced
04 - 1 14-ounce can kidney beans, undrained
05 - 1 5.5-ounce can tomato paste
06 - 1 10-ounce can Rotel
07 - 2 tablespoons chili powder
08 - 1 teaspoon salt
09 - 1 teaspoon sugar
10 - 1/2 teaspoon cumin
11 - 1 9.25-ounce bag of Fritos chips
12 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

# Steps to Follow:

01 - In a large skillet or pot, brown the ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat. Drain off excess fat.
02 - Add kidney beans, tomato paste, Rotel, chili powder, salt, sugar, and cumin to the ground beef mixture. Stir to combine. Reduce heat to medium-low and allow the mixture to simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
03 - Pour a bag of Fritos onto a serving dish or portion Fritos onto individual plates or bowls. Serve the chili over the Fritos, sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese, and add desired toppings.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Optional toppings include diced onions, diced jalapeno peppers, sour cream, sliced green onions, diced tomatoes, or chopped bell peppers.
02 - Store the chili in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days or in the freezer for up to three months. Avoid storing Fritos with the chili to maintain their crunch.