Chili

Chili

Makes 20 cups. 3 pts. for 1 C. or Core

1 can kidney beans
1 can pinto beans
1 can black beans
1 1/2 large onions, diced
2 lbs hamb (7 % fat)
28 oz can crushed tomatoes
28 oz can petite diced tomatoes
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 T. chili pwd
1 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp pepper
1 T. minced garlic (or fresh)
1/4 tsp cayenne
2 beef bollion cubes
1 T. liquid smoke, original flavor
3 celery ribs, sliced
3 med carrots, peeled and sliced thinly
2-4 anaheim peppers, diced
3 bell peppers, diced
1 jalepeno, finely diced

Brown beef with onion until no longer pink. Drain in metal colander and rinse in hot water to remove fat. Put all ingredients in 5-quart slow cooker, add just enough water, if necessary, to cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until vegs are tender. A lot of chopping and a lot of ingredients, but it is really good.