Vickie'S Chili - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 Tbsp. cooking oil
3 medium onions, finely chopped
2 green bell peppers, cored, seeded and finely chopped
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
1 Tbsp. garlic powder
3 lb. ground beef
2 (14 1/2 oz.) cans tomatoes, chopped
2 (14 1/2 oz.) cans tomato sauce
1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste
5 c. water
1/2 c. chunky salsa (Mexican style)
1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped
6 Tbsp. chili powder
1 Tbsp. ground cumin
1 tsp. oregano
3 tsp. salt
pepper to taste

Preparation

Heat oil in heavy 10-quart pot over medium heat.
Add onions, bell peppers, celery and garlic.
Cook, stirring until onions are translucent.
Add the meat to the pot a little at a time, stirring occasionally.
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is evenly browned.
Stir in the remaining ingredients.
Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer, uncovered, for 2 1/2 to 3 hours. Stir often.
Taste and adjust seasonings.
Serves 6.