GREEK CHILI

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I'm really not sure where I got this recipe--from some "bean" website, I think. It's really very tasty. I don't use the olives, but the feta cheese is a must.

Provided by windhorse23

Categories     Greek

Time 35m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

12 ounces extra lean ground beef
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon dried mint
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can dark red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2 teaspoons honey
6 cups cooked elbow macaroni
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup sliced Greek olive (optional)

Steps:

  • Saute ground beef, onion and garlic in a large saucepan until beef is browned (about 5 minutes). Add the spices, herbs and cocoa and cook about 1-2 more minutes.
  • Stir in tomatoes, beans and honey. Heat to boiling, then reduce heat and simmer, covered for about 15 minutes. Uncover and simmer another 10 minutes.
  • Spoon chili over pasta. Garnish with feta cheese and olives.

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