Wednesday, March 24, 2010

Chipotle Black-Bean Chili

This was featured on the cover of Midwest Living Jan/Feb 2009. Super tasty and filling.

1.5 lbs ground meat of your choice: beef/pork/sausage/turkey
2 14-oz cans low salt beef or chicken broth
1 16-oz jar mild or medium chunky salsa
1 15-oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 15-oz can golden hominy, rinsed and drained
2 cups loose pack frozen diced hash brown potatoes with onions and peppers
1 to 2 canned chipotle chile peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp dried oregano, crished
1 tsp ground cumin
Chopped avocado and or shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

In large skillet, cook meat until brown. Drain off fat. Transfer to 4 qt. slow cooker. Stir in broth, salsa, beans, hominy, potatoes, peppers, and spices. Cover and cook on low 7 to 8 hours or on high 3.5 to 4 hours. Top with avocado and or cheese.

Six servings