Wednesday, April 16, 2008

Quick Chili - For Those Busy Times!


2 lbs. ground beef
1 med onion, chopped
2 cans ranch style pinto beans
2 pkg chili seasoning, your choice
1 16 oz can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 large can (2 qt size) tomato juice

Brown ground beef and onion together, then drain. Mix together all ingredients. Simmer together about 20 minutes. Of course, this recipe can be changed to your liking. Maybe you want a different kind of beans, or maybe you like your chili hotter. If you do want more heat in the chili, red pepper provides heat without the bitterness that extra chili powder can create. We like chili with some juice to it; if you want yours more thick, leave out a little of the tomato juice. Experiment! Make it work for your family. If you like bell peppers, chop up a cup and add them.

May be topped with cheese, fritos, crackers, etc.

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