Chili #2

By carvalhohm2

Ingredients

• 1 pkg. (16 oz.) Ground Mild, Sweet or Hot Italian Sausage
• 1 lb. lean ground beef
• 3 cans (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green peppers and onions
• 2 can (16 oz) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 celery stalks, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can (14.5 oz) beef broth
• 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
• 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 Tablespoons chili powder
• 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• shredded cheddar cheese

Preparation

Step 1

In a Dutch oven, cook sausage and ground beef over medium heat until meat is cooked and browned; drain. Stir in onion, celery and garlic. Cook and stir until tender. Add tomatoes, beans, broth, tomato paste, brown sugar, chili powder, Worcestershire sauce, cumin and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve with shredded cheddar cheese on top, if desired.