Greek Chili

Name: Greek Chili
Ingredients: 12 ounces extra lean ground beef; 1/2 cup onion, chopped; 1 teaspoon garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons chili powder; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon dried mint; 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa; 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained; 1 (15 ounce) can dark red kidney beans, rinsed and drained; 2 teaspoons honey; 6 cups cooked elbow macaroni; 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese; 1/2 cup sliced Greek olive (optional)

15 ingredients

3 steps

Ingredients

12 ounces extra lean ground beef
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon dried mint
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can dark red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2 teaspoons honey
6 cups cooked elbow macaroni
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup sliced Greek olive (optional)

Directions

1

Saute ground beef, onion and garlic in a large saucepan until beef is browned (about 5 minutes). Add the spices, herbs and cocoa and cook about 1-2 more minutes.
2

Stir in tomatoes, beans and honey. Heat to boiling, then reduce heat and simmer, covered for about 15 minutes. Uncover and simmer another 10 minutes.
3

Spoon chili over pasta. Garnish with feta cheese and olives.