Loving chefs recipes

Ground Sausage and White Bean Chili

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

50 minutes

Yield: 4 - 6 servings

• olive oil, for sauteing
• 1 pound ground pork sausage (hot or sweet)
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 green or red bell pepper, diced
• coarse salt and fresh black pepper
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon chile powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed between fingertips
• 1 can (14 ounce) petite diced tomatoes
• 1 (14 ounce) can cannellini beans with juices
• 3/4 cup corn
• your choice for serving:
• shredded sharp cheddar
• sour cream
• tortilla chips

1. In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan heat enough oil to cover to lightly cover the bottom of the pan and brown the sausage over medium heat breaking it apart as it cooks. Remove to a platter and drain off the grease.
2. Add about 2 tablespoons of oil to the pan over medium-low heat and cook the onion, pepper and garlic until tender, seasoning well with salt and pepper. Stir in the spices and cook 2 more minutes.
3. Stir in the tomatoes, beans and corn plus the cooked sausage. Season well with salt and pepper. Simmer 30 minutes stirring often and seasoning to taste as needed.
4. Serve with your favorite toppings like cheese and sour cream.