Turkey And Black Bean Chili

• 1 c. chopped onion
• 1 c. chopped red bell pepper
• 1 c. chopped green bell pepper
• 1/2 c. chopped carrots
• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
• 1 Tbsp. olive oil
• 2 Tbsp. chili powder
• 3 tsp. ground cumin
• 1 lb. extra lean ground turkey breast
• 2 (16 oz.) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
• 3 c. canned chicken broth
• 1 (16 oz.) jar fresh mild salsa
• 1 Tbsp. low-sodium tomato paste
• freshly ground pepper to taste

1. In a large saucepan over medium-low heat, cook onion, pepper, carrots and garlic in hot oil until golden brown and tender. Sprinkle with chili powder and ground cumin. Cook, stirring frequently, 7 to 8 minutes until spices are fragrant. Add ground turkey breast and cook, stirring with wooden spoon to break up meat, about 5 minutes or until cooked through and slightly brown. Add beans, broth, salsa and tomato paste. Bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium. Cook, stirring occasionally, 45 minutes or until thickened. Makes 8 servings.

onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, carrots, clove garlic, olive oil, chili powder, ground cumin, extra lean ground turkey breast, black beans, chicken broth, salsa, tomato paste, freshly ground pepper

Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=38114 (may not work)