Fat-Free Chili

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground turkey
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger root
• 1 tablespoon crushed red peppers
• 1/4 cup sesame oil
• 2 green bell peppers
• 14 ounces kidney beans
• 12 ounces tomato paste
• 16 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 1 large sweet onion
• 1 tablespoon basil
• 3 tablespoons cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoons ground pepper
• 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
• 1/4 cup hot sauce
• 2 tablespoons paprika
• 2 cups water
• 1 beer

Instructions

1. Pan fry at high heat, garlic, red pepper, and ginger for 2 minutes.
2. Add turkey. Stir into pan's ingredients, brown, and drain. Do not cover.
3. In a large 2 to 3 quart pot, add browned turkey, tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, all remaining spices, sliced green pepper, chopped onion, and beans. Add two cups of water, bring to boil, stirring frequently. Simmer covered for 1 hour at low heat; add beer now.
4. Ready to serve with grated sharp Cheddar cheese and oyster crackers.