Ingredients

The following ingredients have 5 Servings
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons olive oil (or cooking oil)
  • 2 pounds ground turkey
  • 1 cup coarsely chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup diced green pepper (seeds and ribs removed. See Gr8 Note)
  • 2-3 garlic cloves (minced. Or more if you really like that kick!)
  • 1 28-ounce can tomatoes (or 4 cups peeled, chopped fresh tomatoes)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 4-6 dashes of your favorite hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco or Tapatio. The amount depends on your "hotness" preference.)
  • 1/4 to 1/3 cup chili powder (depends on your taste! I use less when I know my young grandkids will be eating it.)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt (I use kosher salt)
  • 2 17-ounce cans kidney, pinto, or black beans (your choice)
  • Cheddar Cheese or Monterey Jack Cheese (or both! (Not for dairy free))
  • Chopped Onion
  • Chopped Bell Pepper
  • Diced Avocados
  • Crumbled Tortilla Chips or Tortilla Strips
  • Crumbled Saltine Crackers ((not for Gluten Free))
  • Chopped Cilantro
  • Chopped Fresh Tomatoes
  • Sour Cream ((Not for dairy free))

Instruction

  • Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven (about 5 quarts) over medium-high heat.
  • Add the ground turkey, onions, green pepper, and garlic, and cook until onion is tender, about 10-12 minutes. Stir frequently, breaking up the chunks of ground turkey.
  • Add the tomatoes and their liquid, the cumin, pepper sauce, chili powder, and salt.
  • Heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  • Drain and rinse the beans then stir into the chili.
  • Cook on medium until the beans are warmed through.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
  • Serve in soup bowls with your choice of Gr8 Toppings.