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Turkey and 3-Bean Chili

This recipe uses ground turkey and has three kinds of beans to make a healthy one-pot meal. 
Can you find the surprise ingredient!
(Serves 4 - 6)
 

Ingredients:
1 pound ground turkey
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, cut into dice
1 green bell pepper, cut into dice
2 cloves garlic, minced or grated
1 - 2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons salt
1 (28 ounce) can whole tomatoes with juice (squeeze between fingers to break up)
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 (15 ounce) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Directions:

  1. In a large heavy pot, heat oil over medium heat and add the ground turkey.
  2. Stir and break up the meat with a wooden spoon until brown and crumbly, about 5 – 10 minutes. 
  3. Add the onion, bell pepper and garlic and continue to cook for a further 10 minutes.
  4. Stir in the chili powder (amount depending on taste), cumin and salt and cook for one more minute.
  5. Add the tomatoes with juice, broth, beans and chocolate. 
  6. Bring to the boil, and then reduce heat to a simmer uncovered until chili thickens, stirring occasionally,
    about 30 minutes.  
  7. Stir in the cilantro, adjust seasoning and serve.

 

 
     
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