With cooler weather arriving, we’re preparing for a season of warm soups and chilis. This week we’re sharing three chili recipes to warm up our tastebuds with flavor.

RECIPE: EASY PEASY 30 MINUTE CHILI

ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef (browned)
• 15 oz cans dark kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
• 15 oz can of chili beans
• 15 oz can of black beans (drained and rinsed)
• 14.5 oz can of tomato sauce
• 14.5 oz can crushed tomatoes
• 2 cups chicken broth
• homemade chili seasoning (recipe below)

FOR THE CHILI SEASONING:

• 2 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp Real Salt
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/4 tsp onion powder
• 1/8 tsp ground cayenne pepper
• 1/8 tsp garlic salt

Directions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a large pot
2. Stir together
3. Heat on medium –high until the chili starts to simmer
4. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 20 minutes (or longer)
5. Serve with your favorite “taco” add-in’s. I love cheddar cheese, sour cream, and fresh cilantro. Also good is a chopped avocado or a bit of guac and tortilla chips.
6. Enjoy!