Flavor Base: Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until soft and a bit translucent, about 4 minutes. Add chili seasoning and cook for another 1 minute.
Flavor Base: Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until soft and a bit translucent, about 4 minutes. Add chili seasoning and cook for another 1 minute.
Blend (optional): For a rich texture, ladle 1 cup of the chili into a countertop blender. Do not fully close the lid. Blend until smooth, then add it back to the main pot of chili and stir well.
Blend (optional): For a rich texture, ladle 1 cup of the chili into a countertop blender. Do not fully close the lid. Blend until smooth, then add it back to the main pot of chili and stir well.