Quick Next-Mex-Chili

Name: Quick Next-Mex-Chili
Ingredients: 2 lb. ground beef, turkey or mixed; 2 medium cloves garlic; 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 (13 oz.) can chopped tomatoes; 1 (13 oz.) can kidney beans; 6 oz. water or beef broth; diced jalapeno or chili peppers (optional)

8 ingredients

8 steps

Ingredients

2 lb. ground beef, turkey or mixed
2 medium cloves garlic
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (13 oz.) can chopped tomatoes
1 (13 oz.) can kidney beans
6 oz. water or beef broth
diced jalapeno or chili peppers (optional)

Directions

1

Saute garlic, pepper and onion.
2

Scramble meat over medium to high heat; drain.
3

Add tomatoes, beans and water (broth).
4

Stir and cook 20 minutes over low heat until done.
5

(If you prefer a slight sweetness to your chili, add 1 tablespoon sugar as soon as heat is turned down.)
6

Add jalapeno and/or chili peppers.
7

Cook 5 minutes more.
8

Serve with crackers, tortilla chips or over rice, Sloppy Joe style.