Flatlander Chili

Flatlander Chili

Recipe by: George Couch

 "Easy to make, great anytime, and always a favorite."

Ingredients

2 pounds lean ground beef

1 (46 fluid ounce) can tomato juice

1 (29 ounce) can tomato sauce

1 1/2 cups chopped onion

1/2 cup chopped celery

1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper

1/4 cup chili powder

2 teaspoons ground cumin

1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon white sugar

1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper

2 cups canned red beans, drained and rinsed

To Make

Place ground beef in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble, and set aside.

Add all ingredients to a large kettle. Bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.