Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Chunky Mushroom Super Chili

 This recipe is from Jackie Johnson. Jackie taught cooking classes for Nicolet College. I made this for the first time in 1995 and it has ben my go to chili recipe.

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 # lean ground beef
  • 2 cups coarsely chopped onions
  • 1 green pepper coarsely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cans (16 oz each) whole tomatoes, undrained, chopped
  • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 # fresh mushrooms quartered
  • 1 cup picante sauce or salsa
  • 2 T chili powder ( I use less)
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 3/4 tsp dried oregano
  • I include roasted corn salsa
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, chopped avocado, chopped onion, shredded cheddar cheese

In a large sauce pan or Dutch oven, brown ground beef with onions, green pepper and garlic, frain fat. Add remaining ingredients except the toppings; mix well. Bring to a boil. Rescue heat, cover and  simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Ladle into bowls; top as desired and serve with additional salsa.
Makes 9 one cup servings.

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