In a large skillet over medium heat, brown and crumble 2 pounds ground beef along with 3 cloves small garlic, minced and 1 small onion, diced. Drain excess grease. Place back into skillet.
Add in 15 ounce can tomato sauce, 6 ounce can tomato paste, 1-2 Tablespoons chili powder, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 2 teaspoons salt and 3/4 cup water. Stir well until combined.
Turn heat down to medium-low and allow mixture to simmer for at least 20 minutes.
Put 9.25 ounce bag Fritos corn chips on a large plate or in a large bowl. Top with chili mixture. Or do this as individual servings.
Serve and add desired toppings (sour cream, grated cheddar cheese, diced red onion, minced jalapeño peppers)
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Notes
This is a basic, thick chili recipe. If you like chili with beans, add in a can of drained and rinsed kidney beans or a can of chili beans.
Also, if you have it on hand, try beef broth instead of water to give this chili and even "beefier" flavor.