1 1/2 lb. lean ground turkey
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large bell pepper, chopped
3 (14 oz. ea.) cans diced tomatoes
2 (16 oz. ea.) cans black beans
1 tbsp. chili powder
2 tsp. salt
Tabasco sauce or cayenne pepper (optional)

In large Dutch oven, brown turkey and drain off any fat. Return meat to the pot and add rest of ingredients. Stir well, heat to bubbling. Reduce heat to simmer and cook, covered, for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.

Submitted by: Jeanne Hutto