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Nothing better than a big pot of chili when the snow is coming down (yet again!)

Chili
*Note: See below for optional crockpot instructions.

1 average size green bell pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
3 cloves of garlic, minced
2 Tablespoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1 lb. ground beef
1-28 oz. can diced tomatoes
1-16 oz. can tomato sauce plus one can of water
2-16 oz. cans of beans – light or dark red kidney beans, black beans or any combo you like
Shredded cheddar cheese for topping

If preparing on the stovetop, heat a soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. (*If you will be simmering this in a crockpot, you can just use a skillet.)

Saute green pepper and onion in a small amount of olive oil over medium heat until softened, approximately 10 minutes. While vegetables are sautéing, measure all the spices and combine in a small bowl.

Add garlic to vegetables and sauté 1 minute. Add spices and cook 1 minute more, stirring to prevent burning. Remove vegetable mixture from pan and set aside. (*Or place into crock pot.)

Brown ground beef. Drain excess fat, then add vegetables back to soup pot. (*Or add beef to crockpot.)

Add tomatoes, tomato sauce and water. Add beans. Bring to a simmer, then let cook slowly for 2 hours. (Or simmer 3-4 hours on low in crockpot.)

Top with shredded cheese and serve. Serves approximately 6-8.

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