Southwestern Turkey Chili

Posted in : Chili on by : Daphne

Ingredients:

3 Cups green bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch cubes1 Quart coarsely chopped onions6 Cloves garlic, minced1/2 Cup canola oil1 #10 Can fancy dark kidney beans, rinsed and well drained1 #10 Can crushed tomatoes3 Cups dry red wine9 Cups COOKED or PULLED TURKEY, cut into 1/2-inch cubes3 Tablespoons chili powder1/2 Cup fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped1 Tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes1-1/2 Teaspoons saltAs needed fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions:

In a stockpot, over medium-high heat, sauté green pepper, onion and garlic in oil until vegetables are tender-crisp.
Add beans, tomatoes, wine, turkey, chili powder, cilantro, red pepper and salt. Increase heat and bring mixture to boil. Immediately reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 40 minutes.
For service, ladle into bowls and garnish with additional fresh cilantro.