Ridiculously Delicious Chili

Ridiculously Delicious Chili (serves 6)

Ingredients

· 1 T. extra virgin olive oil

· 1 onion, finely chopped

· 4 t. chili powder

· ½ t. ground cumin

· 1 ½ - 2 t. sea salt

· 2 clove garlic, minced

· 1 lb. ground free-range turkey or grass-fed beef (90% lean)

· (1) 15-oz. can kidney beans, drained and rinsed

· (1) 28-oz. can stewed tomatoes

Instructions

1. Heat oil in large stockpot (or dutch oven) over medium heat.
2. Add onion, spices, and sea salt. Cook until onions soften, about 5 minutes.
3. Add garlic and turkey or beef. Cook, breaking up the turkey/beef with a wooden spoon, until cooked through (5 – 10 minutes).
4. Stir in the beans and tomatoes. Simmer 5 more minutes and adjust seasonings if desired.

Optional: top with 1 T. grated raw cheddar and sliced green onions.