Texas 7 Bean Chili

Ingredients:

5 LBS Brandt fresh lean ground beef

2 Large onions, diced

3-5 Large green peppers, diced

2 T Garlic, minced

2 - # 10 cans California Red Kitchen Cut Tomatoes in Light Puree

1 - 4.4 LB bag Family Tradition 7 Bean Cuisine

2-3 T Cumin

¼ C Dark chili powder

¼ C Paprika

1-2 T Cayenne

2 T Salt

¼ C Jalapeno pepper, minced

2-3 C Haserot Beef Broth

Directions:

Heat 2T cooking oil in heavy skillet or saucepan over medium heat.

Add garlic, onions, green and jalapeno peppers and cook quickly until soft - do not burn - stir often.

Add ground beef and cook for 3-5 minutes over medium high heat.

Drain off excess moisture and grease.

Add herbs and spices, stir in well, continue to cook for 2-3 minutes.

Add enough broth to cover meat - lower heat to medium - reduce liquid by 50% - stir occasionally.

Add kitchen cut tomatoes and cook for 15-20 minutes.

Add 7 Bean Cuisine - stir in well - reduce heat and simmer for additional 10 minutes.

Adjust thickness with remaining broth.

Adjust seasonings with salt and milled pepper.

YIELD: 45-50 servings