Italian Chili

Total Time: 1 hr 23 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 1 hr 8 mins

Ingredients

• 1 pinch kosher salt
• 1 lb 90% lean ground beef
• 1 lb hot italian chicken sausage, casings removed
• 1 tablespoon italian seasoning
• 1 1/2 cups chopped onions
• 1 cup chopped green pepper
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
• 2 (15 ounce) cans chili beans (i prefer s&w)
• 2 (10 ounce) cans tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cumin
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• pecorino romano cheese, grated for serving
• garlic cheese crouton, for serving

Recipe

• 1 in a large skillet over medium-high heat, sprinkle salt. add beef, sausage and italian seasoning. cook until meats are browned. drain drippings.
• 2 in a large pot over medium high heat add browned meats, peppers and onion, cook until onions are translucent. add garlic and cook for 2 – 3 minutes.
• 3 add diced tomatoes, chili beans, tomato sauce, chili powder and cumin. simmer for 1 hour. add parsley, stir well to combine.