THE PERFECT CHILI (FOR SLOW COOKER OR MODIFY FOR STOVE TOP)

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I threw some ingredients together with a vague notion of what I was doing and it turned out great! The baked beans add a bit of sweetness, but not too much. It balances out the spiciness if you choose to make it hot with crushed peppers. TOPPING IDEAS: Great with sour cream, shredded cheese and/or finely chopped onions). I like it over brown rice. Enjoy!

Provided by Natalia 3

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 2h25m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (14 1/2 ounce) can kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can baked beans (undrained, I used Bush's vegetarian beans)
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes (with juice)
1 green bell pepper (chopped)
1/2 onion (chopped)
1 large garlic clove (or 2 small, chopped)
2 stalks celery (diced)
1 lb lean ground beef (or other meat)
1 tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (more or less for desired heat)
1 teaspoon salt (to taste)

Steps:

  • Assemble first 3 ingredients in slow cooker. Begin cooking on high heat.
  • Sautee fresh vegetables (next four ingredients) on medium heat until just softened (careful not to burn the garlic). Add to the slow cooker.
  • Cook meat in a pan until no longer pink, breaking it up as it cooks. Add to slow cooker.
  • Stir in the spices.
  • Cook on high for 1-2 hours (or until the chili is very hot and simmering).
  • Turn down to low and cook until ready to eat. I let it cook for an additional 2 hours to let the flavors really come together.
  • Taste, adjust seasonings and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369.3, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 59, Sodium 1433.4, Carbohydrate 44, Fiber 10.7, Sugar 16.6, Protein 28.5

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