Classic No-Bean Chili

Ingredients

• 2 medium onions, chopped
• 1/2 green pepper, chopped
• 1/2 cup celery, chopped
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 lb lean ground beef
• 3 hot dogs, cut in small pieces

• 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained

• 1/2 (4 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

1. 1

   In soup kettle or dutch oven, saute onions, pepper, and celery in oil until tender, about five minutes.

2. 2

   Add beef and cook until browned, drain.

3. 3

   Stir in tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, Worcestershire, and seasonings.

4. 4

   Bring to a boil; reduce heat.

5. 5

   Cover and simmer for 1-1/2 hours, stir occasionally.

6. 6

   Add kidney beans if desired.

7. 7

   Add any additional veggies you have on hand.