chili

OK, it was a little chilly Saturday morning, but that’s why we layer up this time of year!

Chili is one of my favorite fall and winter meals. It was so good to be able to break out the slow cooker and make this family favorite yet again. I really thought summer was never going to end.

CHILI

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 pound ground sausage
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 green pepper, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp pepper
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp dried oregano leaves
• 1 tsp cocoa
• ½ tsp red pepper sauce
• 1 can tomato soup
• 1 cup water
• 1 can (16 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (15 to 16 ounces) chili beans

Cook beef, sausage, onion and garlic in a saucepan until meat is brown. Drain and pour contents into a slow cooker. Heat on low.

Add remaining ingredients, except beans. Cover and simmer for 1 to 4 hours. Taste. Add more chili powder if you desire.

Turn slow cooker to high and add chili beans. Cook for an additional 20 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Source: Recipe adapted from Betty Crocker’s New Cookbook