Crockpot Tuscan Chili

I live in the frozen north – and 99.9% of the time I love it.  When it’s –16 degrees outside, though… then I think I’m crazy for living here. 

And, all I want to eat is something warm. 

This chili hit the spot. 

Simple to make and a fun flavor too.  Perfect for a cold day. 

Crockpot Tuscan Chili – Adapted From Kraft

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb. ground Italian Turkey Sausage
• 3 T minced onion
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium orange or yellow bell pepper, diced
• 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
• 1/2 C tomato sauce
• 1 can (15 oz) Great White Northern Beans, rinsed & drained
• 1/2 tsp. basil
• 1/2 tsp. oregano
• Mozzarella cheese

Directions

Place ground Italian turkey sausage in the bottom of a crockpot.  Add in 3 T minced onion and then stir in the bell peppers. 

Add in a can of diced tomatoes, undrained.  Stir in 1 small can of tomato paste and 1/2 C tomato sauce and 1 can of beans. 

Then add in the herbs.

Stir well. 

Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours. 

Serve topped with Mozzarella Cheese. 

Enjoy!