Summer Chili: When It's 49 Degrees at Night, and 88 Degrees at Noon

Gather around the campfire. But before you roast those marshmallows, consider cooking up some delicious chili! Here's how it goes...

2 pounds ground turkey/chicken/beef/or combo
1 29 oz can tomato sauce
1 29 oz can kidney beans
1 29 oz can pinto beans
1 29 oz can black beans
1 cup diced onion (1 med onion does the trick)
2 chili peppers diced
1/4 cup diced celery with leaves
3 med tomatoes, diced
2 tsp cumin
2 tbsp chili powder

*Sour cream and sharp grated cheddar for serving

Depending on my mood, I'll toss in some bell peppers, or fresh parsley, or something else that's been residing in my fridge.

Brown the meat, then simply drain and add to a giant pot. Add the rest of the ingredients, bring to a boil, and then let simmer for the rest of the day--the longer the better. This is a dish that always tastes better the next day, but will be delicious and nutritious whenever you partake. Enjoy!