Chili & Beans

Directions

Wash, sort and soak beans in cold water overnight.

Drain; place in 2 quart saucepan.

Add water to cover 2 inches over beans.

Add onions and simmer in covered pot until tender, 2 hrs.

Meanwhile, heat oil in large sauce pot; sauté garlic until lightly browned.

Add celery and beef; cook.

Add chili powder, paprika, and thyme.

Break up tomatoes with spoon and mix with meat mixture; cover, simmer 1 hr.

When beans are tender, combine with meat, stirring gently.

Salt and pepper and add additional spices if desired, cook 30 mins.