Kelly's Famous Chili

2 lbs. ground beef (96/4 fat ratio)

1 green pepper, chopped

1 yellow pepper, chopped

1 red pepper, chopped

½ cup onion, chopped

1 cup mushrooms, sliced

2 large tomatoes, chopped (or 1 can diced tomatoes, no salt added)

1 Tablespoon garlic, minced

¾ teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon paprika

¾ teaspoon oregano

¾ teaspoon basil

½ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon black pepper

½ cup chili powder - Yes, that is really 1/2 cup

1 teaspoon red (cayenne) pepper

1 8 oz. can tomato sauce, no salt

2 cans (use the tomato sauce can) water

2 15.5 oz. cans Red Kidney Beans

In large saucepan sauté the ground beef until about ½ done. Add the peppers, onion, and chopped tomatoes; continue sautéing for 2 – 3 minutes. Add the garlic and spices; mix well. Add the can of tomato sauce and water; mix well. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 30 – 60 minutes (even longer, if desired, the longer it simmers the spicier the flavor). Add the beans and simmer for another 15 – 20 minutes.

Nutrition Info Per 1 Cup Serving: