QUICK AND EASY MEATBALL CHILI

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Kind of a "short-cut" chili. It uses premade frozen meatballs, but you can use your own homemade....it just won't be a squick and easy. ;) This can also be made in a crockpot on low for about 6 hours.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Meat

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

24 frozen cooked italian meatballs, partially thawed enough to cut through
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon cumin
1 -2 tablespoon chili powder
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
shredded cheddar cheese, to sprinkle for garnish

Steps:

  • Cut the meatballs into quarters.
  • Place the cut meatballs in a large pot. Add all the rest of the ingredients (EXCEPT CHEESE). Stir well.
  • Bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes.
  • For the Crockpot: Place the quartered meatballs in the crockpot along with everything else (EXCEPT CHEESE).
  • Cover and cook on low for about 6 hours or on high for about 4 hours. (All crockpots seem to cook a little faster or slower than others.).
  • Serve hot with some cheese on top, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.6, Fat 1.4, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 712.4, Carbohydrate 59.8, Fiber 15.3, Sugar 18.6, Protein 14.9

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