Beef Chili

Ingredients


3 lbs lean ground beef
1 large chopped onion
1 chopped medium green pepper
2 chopped celery ribs
2 (16 ounce) cans kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (29 ounce) can tomato puree
1 (16 ounce) jar salsa
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can low sodium beef broth
1-2 cup water
1/4 cup chili powder
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon dried basil
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

3 Step Directions

1. In a large cast iron oven, cook the beef, chopped onions, chopped green pepper and celery ribs over medium heat until meat is browned and vegetables are tender; drain.

2. Stir in the remaining ingredients.

3. Bring to a boil; reduce heat; simmer uncovered, for 30 minutes or until chili reaches desired thickness.