Spiced Chili Recipe

By mkuchel

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 pounds ground beefXKick-up the flavor With Johnsonville Italian Sausage.Featured Sponsor
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce
• 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes, cut up
• 1 cup water
• 2 bay leaves
• 1/4 cup chili powder
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon dried basil
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 1 tablespoon dried thyme
• 1 tablespoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
• Shredded cheddar cheese, optional

Details

Servings 12
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain.
Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the beans, tomato sauce, tomatoes, water and seasonings. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours. Discard bay leaves. Garnish with cheese if desired. Yield: 12 servings (about 3 quarts).