Vermont Style Chili

This chili has lots of veggies, making it a colorful & healthy meal. Adding maple syrup to the recipe balances the spicy chili flavor very well. Top with grated cheddar and serve with warm homemade bread!

• Ready In: 1 hr 30 mins
• Serves: 8-10

Ingredients

• 1  lb lean ground turkey
• 1  tablespoon olive oil
• 1  medium onion, chopped
• 1  jalapeno, diced
• 2  bell peppers, chopped (I like to use green and orange for more color)
• 48  ounces diced tomatoes
• 1  medium zucchini, sliced
• 1  medium carrot, chopped
• 1 (16 ounce) can black beans, drained
• 1 (16 ounce) can dark red kidney beans, drained
• 1 (16 ounce) can corn, drained
• 1 (16 ounce) can peas, drained
• 1⁄2 cup maple syrup
•  chili seasoning mix (try Chili Seasoning Mix)

Directions

1. In skillet, brown turkey.
2. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, saute onion and pepper in olive oil for 5-10 minutes.
3. Drain turkey and add to onion and pepper.
4. Add in all of the remaining ingredients, mixing well.
5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least an hour. I like to simmer all day!