Confetti Chili

• lean ground beef↗1 lb
• ground pork↗1 lb
• green pepper, diced↗1⁄2
• orange bell pepper, diced↗1⁄2
• (14 ounce) can black beans↗1
• (14 ounce) can salad beans (mixed beans)1
• (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes1
• onion, chopped↗1
• stalks celery, chopped↗4
• garlic cloves, chopped↗4 -5
• large mushrooms, sliced↗6
• water↗1⁄2 cup
• frozen corn kernels↗1 cup
• chili powder↗4 -5 tablespoons
• drops Tabasco sauce↗4 -5
• salt↗
• pepper↗

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   In a large skillet - combine the ground meats.

2. 2

   lightly brown.

3. 3

   drain off most of the excess fat. Save some moisture for added flavour.

4. 4

   combine browned meat and all ingredients in a LARGE stock pot.

5. 5

   bring to a low simmer and allow to cook for a minimum of 1 hour - the longer the better - stirring occasionally.

6. 6

   This recipe is perfect for crock pots or slow cookers and can take as long as 8 hours to cook on low.

7. 7

   This recipe freezes very well for the smaller families or for those who work outside the home for a fast warm lunch or a ready dinner when you get home.

8. 8

   Serve with a slice of bread, a biscut, or your favorite tortilla chips.