loaded tex-italian black bean chili
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
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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
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Step 1Crumble sausage into a large heavy non-stick pot. Cook on medium heat until browned. Remove with slotted spoon onto plate. Set aside.
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Step 2Add oil, celery and onions to the pot. Saute for 3 minutes.
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Step 3Next add garlic, tomatoes, and seasoning. Stir for 5 minutes. Then add water and black beans.
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Step 4Cook 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.
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Step 5Serve, topped with cheese, sour cream, tortilla chips, fresh tomatoes, green onion and avocado slices.
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