Wendy's Chilli

 Another Fast Food Recipe.

INGREDIENTS:

2 pounds fresh ground beef 

1 quart tomato juice 

1 (29-ounce) can tomato purée 

1 (15-ounce) can red kidney beans, drained 

1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans, drained 

1 medium-large onion, chopped (about 1 1/2 cups) 

1/2 cup diced celery 

1/4 cup diced green bell pepper 

1/4 cup chili powder (use less for milder chili) 

1 teaspoon ground cumin (use more for real flavor) 

1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder 

1 teaspoon salt 

1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 

1/2 teaspoon sugar 

1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

DIRECTIONS:

In a large skillet, brown the ground beef. 

Drain off the fat. Put the beef and the remaining ingredients in a 6-quart pot. 

Cover the pot and let the chili simmer for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, stirring every 15 minutes. 

You can also cook this in a slow cooker on low for 3 to 4 hours.

ENJOY!