From Karen's Kitchen- My "Famous" Chili

February 8, 2013
My "Famous" Chili

There is a blizzard going on outside.  No, I'm not kidding.  Really, a blizzard.   What to do when the wind is wild, snow is blowing sideways and weathermen keep delivering more awful weather reports?  Make something!  I named this my "famous" Chili because it's famous in my house.  My husband and son LOVE my Chili.  When I mention that I am making Chili for dinner, they are very happy and "can't wait for dinner".  It makes me feel good.  I guess it's the little things that make them happy and in turn, make me happy.  If you like your chili to have more heat, add more red pepper flakes and chili powder. My guys and I like our chili on the mild side.

                 I first saute dice up Red, Orange and Yellow peppers with a half of a Red onion.  

                    Then I brown a pound and a half  of ground Chuck.  I season it with salt and pepper.

 Then I add the meat, the peppers and onion mixture, a can of light red kidney beans, a can of black beans and a jar of salsa.  I like to put the Crock Pot on low and cook the chili for 2 hours.

 

Now for the spices...  1 Tbsp of Cumin, 1Tbsp Chili Powder and  1 tsp Red Pepper flakes

I add freshly grated Monterey Jack Cheese and a dollop of sour cream on top

 

 Serve with your favorite tortilla chips.  We love Tostito's Scoops.  Enjoy!!