Chili

Ingredients

• 2 pounds lean ground beef or turkey
• 2 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lg. can crushed tomatoes
• 1 lg. can tomato sauce
• 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
• 2 Tbsp. chili powder
• 2 tsp. cumin
• 1/8 tsp. cayenne
• 1 tsp. oregano
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed

Instructions

1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and onion and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the ground beef and cook until completely browned. Drain the meat and break it into pieces if necessary. In a large stock pot, add the beef mixture and remaining ingredients. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1 to 2 hours.