Heartwarming Chili

A nice robust chili made with pork and beef to enjoy on those chilly fall days or tailgates.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1 lb. ground pork
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1/2c. chopped green pepper
• 1 1/2c.-2c. water
• 1 can (15 oz.) tomato sauce
• 1 can (15 oz.) pinto beans, rinsed & drained
• 1 can (14 1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 envelope chili seasoning mix
• 1/4 tsp. garlic salt
• shredded cheddar cheese
• sour cream
• chopped green onion
• hot pepper slices

Directions:

In large saucepan or Dutch oven, cook beef, pork, onion, and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink & vegetables are tender; drain. Add the water, tomato sauce, beans, tomatoes, chili seasoning, & garlic salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until heated through. Garnish with cheese, sour cream, green onions, & hot peppers, if desired.

Number of Servings: 8-10