Chili Con Carne

• 1 lb. ground beef lean
• 1 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1 c. chopped onions
• 1 c. finely cut celery
• 1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes, cut up with liquid
• 1/2 c. green pepper, cut fine
• 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp. oregano
• 1 Tbsp. chili powder
• 1 (16 oz.) can kidney beans
• 1/2 c. beef broth

1. In 2 1/2-quart pot, Teflon or spray with Pam, place beef in pot.
2. Sprinkle with salt.
3. Cook until meat changes color.
4. Add onions, celery and green pepper; mix well.
5. Cover and cook over medium heat 2 to 3 minutes.
6. Add tomatoes and liquid and all seasonings, mixing well.
7. Bring to a boil; cover and turn heat low and simmer gently for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. Add kidney beans and beef broth.
9. Continue cooking over low heat for 15 to 20 minutes.

ground beef lean, salt, onions, celery, tomatoes, green pepper, garlic powder, oregano, chili powder, kidney beans, beef broth

Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=1117 (may not work)