Chili, in JULY?!

Williamson Turkey Chili

One of my allllll timeee favorite meals any time of year is my family’s chili. My daddy taught me how to make it and I have added spices to improve the taste (since I use turkey instead).  My man doesn't like it so I only make it when he has his own meal taken care. I package up leftovers and keep a good stock in the freezer for a quick meal. Just thaw, add sour cream and cheddar cheese and enjoy! Yumm!

Ingredients:

·         1 lb. Ground Turkey (93/7)

·         2 cans Hot Chili Beans (Pinto in Chili Sauce)

·         2 cans Dark Red Kidney Beans

·         2 Cans Light Red Kidney Beans

·         1 Can Corn (not “sweet” or “creamed,” just plain old corn)

·         1 large can diced tomatoes(unflavored)

·         1 small can tomato paste

·         1 TBSP. Chili Powder

·         1 tsp. Paprika

·         1 tsp. Cinnamon

·          Sour cream & cheese to garnish!

Instructions:

1)      Brown the turkey in a Dutch oven or large sauce/soup pot. (I have stainless steel pans; I use olive oil for EVERYTHING that I cook.)

2)      Add in this order & stir well between each addition:

a)      Diced Tomatoes

b)      Corn

c)       Chili Beans

d)      Dark Red Kidney Beans

e)      Light Red Kidney Beans

f)       Tomato Paste

g)      Spices!!!! Add more if you like it even spicier!

3)      Let simmer uncovered for 30 minutes (serve at this stage!!)

4)      (For fabulous Leftovers!!) Turn off heat and let it rest as long as you want to thicken

5)      Spoon into containers about 3 cups each serving store in fridge for 2 weeks or freezer for 2 months.

Enjoy!!!

B.