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Italian Chili

This is a nice change of pace from regular chili.

List of Ingredients

1 lb. ground beef
1/2 lb. bulk Italian sausage
1 medium onion -- chopped
1/2 cup green pepper -- chopped
fresh minced garlic -- if desired
1 jar Ragu Super Chunky Mushroom spaghetti
sauce, or favorite brand -- (30 oz.)
15 oz. can black beans -- drained and rinsed
15 oz. can chili beans -- drained
14 1/2 oz. can diced tomatoes -- undrained
4 oz. jar or can of sliced mushrooms -- drained
1 cup water
1/3 cup sliced pepperoni -- halved
5 teaspoons chili powder -- or more to taste
1/2 teaspoon salt
pepper -- to taste
crushed red pepper -- to taste


Recipe

In a large pot, brown beef, sausage, onion, green pepper, and garlic (if using); drain well.

Add remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes.

8 servings