Chili

Submitted by wattly

This chili will probably cause some purists to cringe, but I was going for healthiness and ease of cooking while still tasting great.

Ingredients

 * 20 oz ground turkey
 * 1-2 medium onions
 * 1 lb celery
 * 8 15oz cans kidney beans
 * 4 15oz cans diced tomatoes
 * 1 12oz can tomato paste
 * 2 chili seasoning packets
 * Various spices including chili powder, cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper
 * Small amount of oil

Optional:
 * Peppers such as jalapeños and habaneros
 * Shredded cheese
 * Sour cream

Directions

 * 1) Chop onions and celery. Cook over high heat stirring frequently with a small amount of oil.
 * 2) When onions and celery have softened, add ground turkey and stir while heating until fully cooked.
 * 3) Add cans of tomatoes and seasoning packets. Add some water if too thick.
 * 4) Season with spices to taste. Add chopped peppers if desired.
 * 5) Simmer for ~15 minutes then add kidney beans and tomato paste.
 * 6) Adjust seasonings to taste.
 * 7) Simmer until desired consistency is reached, stirring occasionally.
 * 8) Spoon into bowls, top with cheese and/or sour cream to serve.

Makes 12 servings.