Turkey Chili-PeggyNonstick spray coating
1 pound lean ground raw turkey
1 cup chopped celery
1 (16oz) can red kidney beans, drained
1 (8oz) can tomato sauce
1 (6oz) can vegetable juice cocktail
1 bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)
2 tablespoons dried minced onion
1 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
1/2 teaspoon instant beef bouillon
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Spray a cold large skillet with nonstick spray. Add turkey and celery. Cook until turkey is no longer pink, stirring to break up pieces. Stir in remaining ingredients. Add 1/2 cup water. Bring to boiling, reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Discard bay leaf. Makes 4 servings.
Microwave Directions: In a 3 quart microwave safe casserole, cook turkey and celery, uncovered, on 100% POWER, 5 to 7 minutes, or until no pink remains, stirring to break up pieces. Stir in remaining ingredients and 1/2 cup water. Cook, covered, on HIGH for 7 to 9 minutes, or until desired consistency. Continue as above.