Crockpot Chili

Crockpot Chili is one of the most popular ways of preparing chili.

Chili is a thick stew, consisting of meat, peppers and spices. Removing the meat from the chili makes for a great alternative for the vegetarian diet.

Fast Facts

1. October is National chili month
2. Cooking time: 8-12 hours
3. Great for potlucks
4. Make in the morning, ready by dinner
5. Easy to transport
6. Chili makes a great topping on hot dogs, French fries and hamburgers

Crockpot Chili Recipe

• 2 - 16 once cans kidney beans (drained)
• 2 - 14 once cans tomatoes (diced) (fresh can be used)
• 2 pounds ground beef (cooked until brown)
• 1 large onion (diced)
• 1 bell pepper (diced)
• 1 Red pepper (diced)
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic
• tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/4 cup jalapenos (diced)
• 2 teaspoons Tabasco or to taste
• 1 and 1/2 cups of raw pinto beans

Directions

1. Cover raw pinto beans in water and soak overnight.
2. The next morning, add pinto beans to a pot and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 90 minutes.
3. Add all ingredients into a Crockpot and set on high for the first hour.
4. Reduce heat to low and continue to cook for 5 to 6 hours.
5. Serve with sourdough bread

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