Chili (Wendy's Style)

I halved this recipe because it feeds a crowd. I also substituted ground chicken for the beef. I'll post the recipe as listed, but it fills an 8 quart stock pot. It does freeze beautifully in case you want to have leftovers for later. Or, if you were having a chili feed this would be the recipe to try. Recipe courtesy of Mama Loves Food. Serving size is estimated.

• Ready In: 3 hrs 30 mins
• Serves: 24

Ingredients

• 4 -5  lbs ground beef, browned and drained
• 2  large yellow sweet onions, chopped
• 7  large green bell peppers, chopped
• 4  celery ribs, chopped
• 2  tablespoons  minced garlic
• 30  ounces  ranch style beans (do not drain)
• 30  ounces kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 20  ounces  ro-tel diced tomatoes and green chilies
• 30  ounces stewed tomatoes
• 60  ounces tomato sauce
• 2 1⁄2 ounces  mild  chili seasoning mix

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a large stock pot.
2. Simmer for at least 3 hours or all day.