Three Bean Slow Burn Chili

I threw this together on a cold day when I was itching for some chili. The spice measurements are approximate. I start out with 1/8 cup and go from there. It cooks up fast and gets better when stored in the fridge and reheated. Top with shredded cheese and a dollop of sour cream, if desired. Enjoy!

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 60 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
• Calories: 296 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
• 2 pounds ground beef
• 6 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1 (15 ounce) can dark red kidney beans
• 1 (16 ounce) jar hot salsa
• 4 habanero peppers, seeded and minced
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans
• ⅛ cup red pepper flakes
• 4 (10 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
• 2 (15 ounce) cans chili beans in spicy sauce
• ⅛ cup chili powder
• ⅛ cup coarsely ground black pepper
• ⅛ cup ground cumin

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a large pot over medium heat, combine garlic, onion, habanero peppers, chili beans, kidney beans, black beans, diced tomatoes with green chiles, salsa, chili powder, black pepper, red pepper flakes, cumin and taco seasoning. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer.

Step 2

While soup is heating, cook beef in a large skillet over medium heat until brown. Drain excess fat, then stir beef into soup pot. Simmer, covered, until flavors are well blended, about 1 hour.