Wendy's Copycat Chili

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Ground Beef
• 1 Bell Pepper (chopped)
• 1 Onion (chopped)
• ⅓ cup Celery (chopped)
• 1 Jalapeño (deseeded and finely chopped)
• 1 Tomato Sauce (large can)
• 1 Diced Tomatoes (small can)
• 2 Pinto Beans (not drained; cans)
• 2 Kidney Beans (not drained; cans)
• 3 tbsp Chili Powder
• 3 tsp Cumin
• 1 tsp Oregano
• 2 tsp Garlic (minced)
• 1 Table Salt (to taste)
• 1 Black Pepper (to taste)

Instructions

1. 1

   Brown the meat in a large pot over medium-high heat on the stove. Continue to cook until the meat is completely done.

2. 2

   Add the rest of the ingredients to the pot, and stir to combine well.

3. 3

   Bring the mixture to a low boil, and then reduce the heat to simmer covered for at least 2 hours before serving.