Creating Dad’s Award Winning Secret Ingredient Chili is simple if you follow these steps:

1. Heat the Oil: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Cook the Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the pot. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
3. Add Onion and Garlic: Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent.
4. Mix in Spices: Add the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine the spices with the meat.
5. Add Tomatoes and Tomato Paste: Pour in the diced tomatoes and tomato paste. Stir to mix everything well.
6. Incorporate Beans: Add the kidney beans and black beans to the pot. Mix until combined.
7. Pour in Broth: Add the beef broth to the mixture. Stir and bring to a boil.
8. Simmer the Chili: Reduce heat to low and let the chili simmer for 30 minutes. Stir occasionally.
9. Add the Secret Ingredient: Stir in the secret ingredient during the last 10 minutes of simmering for that award-winning flavor.
10. Taste and Adjust: Taste the chili and adjust seasonings if needed.

These steps will guide you in creating this incredible chili effortlessly.