Wendy's Chili

2 lbs ground beef
1-29 oz can of tomato sauce
1-29 oz can of pinto beans
1-29 oz can of kidney beans
1 c onion, diced
1/2 c green chilies, diced (1 lg can)
1/4 c celery, diced
3 medium tomatoes, diced
2 tsp cumin
3 Tbsp chili powder
1 1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tsp salt
2 c water
Brown meat. Combine all ingredients in crock-pot. Simmer on low for 8 hours, or 3-4 hours on high. Stir occasionally. You can add more beans and spices if desired. It makes a lot but it freezes well!

Chicken Chili

Chicken Chili
4 chicken breasts, cubed
1 chopped onion
2 garlic cloves
1 tsp chili powder
S&P to taste
Brown all this together. Put in crock pot and add
3 cans Great Northern Beans (16 oz)
1 can diced green chilies (4 oz)
2 cubes chicken bullion
2 cubes beef bullion
1 tsp. cumin
Cook on low for 6-8 hours. If it is too thick, add a little water. Before serving add grated cheese to the chili,or garnish individual bowls with grated cheese.

White Bean Chicken Chili

This chili is really good if you're looking for somthing with a little different flavor...

4 chicken breasts, cubed
1 med onion
1 tsp minced garlic
3 cans great northern beans, rinsed
2 cans chicken broth
2 cans diced green chilies
1 tsp. salt, oregano, and cumin
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

1 c. sour cream
1 c. heavy whipping cream

Saute chicken with onion and garlic. Add everything but sour cream and whipping cream. Simmer for 20 min. Then add sour cream and whipping cream just before serving.

Prep time: 30-45 min
serves: 6-8 people