Turkey And Black Bean Chili(Student Favorite) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 Tbsp. olive oil
2 c. finely chopped red bell pepper
1 c. chopped onion
1/2 c. finely chopped carrot
2 large garlic cloves, minced
4 tsp. chili powder
2 tsp. ground cumin
1 lb. ground turkey
2 (15 to 16 oz.) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
3 c. chicken broth
1 Tbsp. tomato paste

Preparation

Heat oil in heavy, large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-low heat.
Add bell pepper, onion, carrot and garlic. Saute until tender, about 12 minutes.
Add chili powder and cumin; stir to blend.
Increase heat to medium-high and add turkey. Break up with spoon and saute until turkey is no longer pink, about three minutes.
Add beans, broth and tomato paste and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer chili until liquid thickens, stirring occasionally, about one hour.
Season with salt and pepper.
(Can be prepared a day ahead.
Cover and chill.
Reheat over medium heat before serving.)