Ingredients:

1 lb. ground beef
½ to ¾ lb. ground mild breakfast sausage
1 large (28-oz.) can diced Italian style tomatoes
1 small (14 oz.) can black beans
1 small (14 oz.) can red pinto beans
1 medium-large onion, diced medium (about ¾ cup)
1 medium-sized sweet bell pepper, diced medium
1 medium-large stick celery, diced (about ½ cup)
¼ - ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro (coriander)
1 tsp. dried oregano
1 tsp. dried basil
Approx. 2 tsp. chili powder* 2-4 tbsp. ground cumin*
½ - 1 tsp. garlic powder
Extra virgin olive oil for sautéing fresh vegetables
Salt & pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Brown meat in large hot pre-heated skillet. Drain excess fat, break-up meat into small bite-sized pieces and place in large (4-quart) saucepan or similar size pot.

2. Sauté onions, peppers and celery in skillet with olive oil. When slightly tender, place in pan with browned meat.

3. Add tomatoes, beans, cilantro, and other seasonings to pot. Mix thoroughly and heat mixture to boiling point. Simmer at low heat for 5-10 minutes.

4. Serve hot with favorite bread or rolls. Enjoy!