loaded tex-italian black bean chili

Topeka, KS
Updated on Dec 29, 2011

This recipe is ~hot~ with a surprising spicy fusion of Mexican-Italian flavors. Ladle it up with a tray of toppings to choose from. Let's get this party started!

prep time 30 Min
cook time 3 Hr
method ---
yield 4-6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound hot ground italian sausage
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups chopped celery
  • 2 cups yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 (14.5 oz can petite diced tomatoes
  • 4 tablespoons tex-mex flavor chili seasoning (1.25 oz pkg)
  • 2 cups water
  • 3 (15 oz.) cans seasoned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded italian cheese blend
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 package tortilla chips
  • 1 cup fresh plum tomatoes, chopped and seeded (optional)
  • 1/3 cup sliced green onion, green part (optional)
  • 1 large avocado (optional)

How To Make loaded tex-italian black bean chili

  • Step 1
    Crumble sausage into a large heavy non-stick pot. Cook on medium heat until browned. Remove with slotted spoon onto plate. Set aside.
  • Step 2
    Add oil, celery and onions to the pot. Saute for 3 minutes.
  • Step 3
    Next add garlic, tomatoes, and seasoning. Stir for 5 minutes. Then add water and black beans.
  • Step 4
    Cook for 1/2 hour on medium, stirring constantly. Cover and reduce heat to med-low. Cook for three hours, stirring regularly and mashing beans gently to desired consistency.
  • Step 5
    Serve, topped with cheese, sour cream, tortilla chips, fresh tomatoes, green onion and avocado slices.

Discover More

Culture: Italian
Category: Chili
Keyword: #sausage
Keyword: #beans
Keyword: #spicy
Keyword: #black

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