Mom's Famous Chili

Ingredients

• 1 onion, diced

• 1 cup carrots, peeled and diced

• 1 cup celery, chopped

• 1 bell pepper (any color), chopped

• 2 lbs ground meat (turkey, beef, Beyond if you want meatless)

• 3 (14 oz) cans diced tomatoes (include juice) or equal amount of fresh.

• 3 (14 oz) cans of beans of your choice (black, pinto, kidney, or a combination). Dump in beans + liquid, it’s all good.

• 2-3 packages of chili seasoning OR a mix of the following. Start with 1 Tbsp each and add more according to your taste. 

  1. Chili powder

  2. Cumin

  3. Oregano

  4. Smoked Paprika

  5. Red Pepper Flakes (If you want spicy. Be careful.)

• Optional: Jalapeno peppers, again depending on the spice level you desire.

Directions 

1. Sauté onion, carrots, celery, and bell pepper in a small amount of olive oil. 

2. After a few minutes, add the meat and cook about ½ way. 

3. Add the tomatoes. 

4. Add the beans. Rinsing the beans is optional. 

5. Add the seasoning and spices. 

6. Bring to a light boil, then reduce heat to medium low.

7. Simmer, ½ way covered, for 30 minutes.

Serve with:

• Sour cream, chopped green onions, shredded cheese, sliced jalapenos, avocados, and/or tortilla chips.

• Cornbread or muffins