Italian Chili

• 1 pinch kosher salt
• 1 lb 90% lean ground beef
• 1 lb hot Italian chicken sausage, casings removed
• 1 tablespoon italian seasoning
• 1 12 cups chopped onions
• 1 cup chopped green pepper
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
• 2 (15 ounce) cans chili beans (I prefer S&W)
• 2 (10 ounce) cans tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 14 teaspoon cumin
• 14 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• pecorino romano cheese, grated for serving
• garlic cheese crouton, for serving

1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sprinkle salt.
2. Add beef, sausage and Italian seasoning.
3. Cook until meats are browned.
4. Drain drippings.
5. In a large pot over medium high heat add browned meats, peppers and onion, cook until onions are translucent.
6. Add garlic and cook for 2 3 minutes.
7. Add diced tomatoes, chili beans, tomato sauce, chili powder and cumin.
8. Simmer for 1 hour.
9. Add parsley, stir well to combine.

kosher salt, ground beef, hot italian chicken sausage, italian seasoning, onions, green pepper, garlic, tomatoes, chili beans, tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, fresh parsley, pecorino romano cheese, garlic cheese

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/italian-chili-475146 (may not work)