RECIPES

INGREDIENTS

• 1 lb ground bison
• 1 white onion, diced
• 1-2 stalks celery, finely diced
• 1 large can diced tomatoes
• 1 can browned beans
• 2 cans chili bean mix
• 1 can condensed tomato soup
• 1 tsp liquid smoke
• 2 tbsp chili powder (halved)
• 1 tbsp onion powder
• 1/2 tbsp cumin
• maple syrup (a drizzle or two, to taste)
• salt & pepper to taste
• pinch of cayenne (optional)

DIRECTIONS

Brown Ground bison (may need some olive oil to keep from drying out) and add onions, celery when partially cooked.  Season with 1 tbsp of chili powder, onion powder, and cumin.  Once meat is fully cooked, add to large pot or slow cooker.  Add all canned items, 1 tbsp chili powder (or more to taste), liquid smoke, a drizzle (or two) of maple syrup, and salt & pepper to taste.  A pinch of cayenne can be added for extra heat. If using slow cooker, cook on high for 4 hours, or low for 8 hours.  If using stovetop, heat over medium heat until just bubbling, let simmer at least 30 mins and keep on low until ready to serve.