Basic Chili

Everyone should have this recipe in their collection. It is healthy, easy to make, and travels well. You can also use this recipe to make a taco salad. Just put over greens with your favorite toppings.

1⁄2 Cup Onion, Chopped or Grated
1⁄2 Cup Celery, Chopped
2 Cloves Garlic, Minced
1 Cup Green Pepper, Chopped
1 Can Kidney Beans or Black Beans
2 Teaspoons Oregano
2 Teaspoons Chili Powder
2 Teaspoons Ground Cumin
1 Teaspoon Sea Salt
1 8 Ounce Can Organic Crushed-Tomatoes
1 – 11⁄2 Pounds Ground Bison, Grass Fed Beef,
or Ground Turkey

Optional: 1-12 Ounce Jar Prepared Salsa or Pasta sauce (check ingredients) This can be in addition to or to replace the tomatoes (depending on your consistency preference).

In a large skillet sauté beef, onions, celery, garlic, and peppers until . Add ground meat, oregano, chili powder, and cumin until meat is browned.  Drain of any excess fat.  Continue cooking, stirring frequently, for 5-6 minutes. Pour salt, tomatoes, and salsa, if desired, into pot. Cover, reduce heat and simmer for a minimum of 1 hour for best flavor.