I love chili and make it way too often in the winter months. This has been my go-to recipe for the last decade or so after tweaking and refining it for years. Chives and a touch of cocoa powder really make this one shine!

Ingredients:
– 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
– 2 medium-sized yellow onions, chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, diced
– 1 14 oz can crushed tomatoes
– 1 28 oz can diced tomatoes
– 1 red pepper, chopped
– 1 yellow pepper, chopped
– 1 cup frozen corn
– 1/2 jalepeno, chopped
– 2 cans black beans, rinsed and drained
– 1 can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
– 2 Tbs cumin
– 1 Tbs chili powder
– 1/4 cup chives, chopped, plus more for garnish
– 1/4 tsn unsweetened cocoa powder
– Salt and pepper to taste

Toppings:
– Shredded cheddar cheese
– 1 avocado, salted and sliced
– Cilantro, chopped

Directions:
– Heat olive oil in a large skillet and sauté the onions for about 5 minutes
– Add the ground turkey, garlic, salt and pepper to taste, and cook until lightly browned
– Move turkey and onions into the slow cooker
– Add all of the other ingredients and give it a good stir
– Cook on high for 4 hours
– Serve in bowls and sprinkle with cheddar cheese, sliced avocados, and cilantro
– Enjoy!