Beef & Zucchini Chili

12 oz extra-lean ground beef
1 tbsp canola oil
1.5 cup onions, chopped
4 cloves minced garlic
2 tbsp chili powder
1 tbsp oregano
1 tsp ground cumin
2 green bell peppers, chopped
2 cups zucchini, diced
1 can (796ml) diced tomato
1/2 cup tomato paste
1 can (540ml) red kidney beans, drained and rinsed

In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, brown ground beef and remove to plate. In same saucepan, heat oil over medium heat and add onions, garlic, chili powder, oregano and cumin, stirring for about 5 minutes or until softened. Add peppers and zucchini, cook for about 10 minutes or until lightly golden. Add tomatoes, tomato paste and browned beef, bring to a boil. Reduce heat and add beans. Simmer for about an hour.

Serving Size: makes 7 servings

Number of Servings: 7

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user MS.BOO.