Rustic Bison Chili
Ingredients:
1 lb of Ground Bison from Ironhide Bison
2-3 Tbsp chili powder
2 tsp cocoa powder
2 tsp salt
1 tsp dried leaf oregano, crushed
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1/4 tsp ground allspice
*1/4 tsp garlic powder OR 2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped bell pepper
2 cans (14 1/2 oz each) diced tomatoes and juice
2 cans (8 oz each) tomato sauce
1 can (15 oz) small pinto beans, rinsed and drained
​1 can (15 oz) white or black beans, rinsed and drained
Preparation:
Coat surface of large pan or stock pot with non-stick cooking spray. Saute bison meat for 3 minutes, or until just slightly pink, stirring to crumble. Add onion and *garlic, saute 5 more minutes.
Mix in bell pepper and remaining spices. Cook 2 minutes. Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beans.
Stir to blend and simmer for 45-60 minutes. Add water if needed to get your preferred consistency. You may also try adding pasta during the last 10 minutes to make a chili-mac type meal.
Serve with condiments such as sour cream, cilantro, crackers or cheese if desired. ENJOY!
*If using minced garlic, add it with the onion. If using powdered garlic, add it to the other spices.
Rustic Bison Chili recipe courtesy of the National Bison Association.