Chili

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Chili - Like Wendy's

I made two additions: 1/3 cup beer and 1 tsp. cocoa powder

Chili - Like Wendy's is perfect for those cooler nights! Thick, hearty and full of ground beef, beans and tomatoes! It really hits the spot! 

Prep Time15 minutesCook Time1 hour 30 minutesTotal Time1 hour 45 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 pounds hamburger
• 48 ounce can tomato juice
• 29 ounce can tomato sauce
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 1/4 cup chopped green pepper
• 1/4 cup chili powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon white sugar
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
• 1 can (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (15 oz.) dark red kidney beans, drained
• 1 can (15 oz.) pinto beans, drained
• Your choice of toppings (below), optional

Instructions In a large soup pot, cook and crumble the beef over medium-high heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.

• Return meat to the pan and place all remaining ingredients, except toppings, in the soup pot, stir to combine.
• Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 to 1-1/2 hours. Stir every 15-20 minutes.
• Serve hot with your choice of toppings!

Topping ideas: crackers, Fritos corn chips, cheese, sour cream, green onions, chopped white onions, jalapenos, crushed red pepper, crumbled cornbread, avocado slices, bacon, tomatoes, black olives, cilantro, lime wedges, Corn Nuts, hot sauce, cooked elbow macaroni or a few dark chocolate chips.