Charlene's Recipe

Chili seasoning mix

Category: For good health

1 cup sweet green pepper flakes
3/4 cup chili powder
1/4 cup ground cumin
1/2 cup onion flakes
1/4 cup parsley flakes
1 tsp garlic flakes
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

Place all the ingredients in a 1 quart jar, cover tightly, and shake well to mix. Store in a cool, dark, dry place for up to 2 months. Makes 2 3/4 cups.

TO MAKE CHILI CON CARNE:
In a medium size heavy saucepan over moderate heat, brown 1 lb very lean ground beef and drain off any fat. Add 1 can (1 lb) low sodium tomatoes, drained and chopped, and 1 cup water or low sodium beef broth; stir in 1/2 cup chili seasoning mix. Reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in 2 cups cooked and drained red kidney beans and heat through. Serves 4.