Tuesday, November 16, 2010

Getting chilly out there...

Ashley's Turkey Chili




4 Cubanelle peppers
1 Green Bell pepper
2 Red Bell peppers
1 Jalepeno pepper, minced
4Tbsp. olive oil
1 carrot, sliced thin
4 cloves garlic, minced 
1 medium sized yellow, diced 
1lb. lean ground turkey meat
21/2tsp. salt
1tsp. ground black pepper
1tsp. garlic powder
1tsp. crushed red pepper flake
1tsp. cumin
1 can(15.5oz) garbanzo beans drained and rinsed
1 can (15.5oz) black beans drained and rinsed
1 can (12oz) tomato paste
1 can (28oz) crushed tomatoes, fresh when in season


Heat 2Tbsp. in stock pot oil over medium heat.  Roughly chop peppers and add to pot along with jalapeno.  Cover and cook about 8 minutes stirring occasionally.






Heat 2Tbsp. oil in a large sautee pan over medium heat.  Add ground turkey, garlic and onion.  Cook until meat is brown throughout. 




Drain excess liquid and add meat to stock pot.  Add seasoning, beans, crushed tomatoes and paste. 


 


Add water, one cup at a time, and stir until desired consistency is reached.  Taste and add additional seasoning for more heat.
Garnish with scallions, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, minced red onion, sour cream or plain greek yogurt...Enjoy. 








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