Black Bean and Lamb Chili

Spicy, ground lamb and black bean chili. Serve with a light sprinkling of shredded cheddar cheese, cornbread or a cornmeal muffin.

Recipe Ingredients:

2 (16-ounce) cans black beans, drained
Vegetable cooking spray
1 pound ground lamb, lean
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
3 (8-ounce) cans no-salt-added whole tomatoes, undrained and chopped
1 (14-ounce) can no-salt-added chicken broth
2 (4-ounce) cans diced green chiles, undrained

Cooking Directions:

1. Coat a large Dutch oven with cooking spray; place over a medium to high heat until hot. Add lamb and onion, and cook until browned, stirring often.
2. Add chili powder and remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered, 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Makes 6 servings.

Recipe provided courtesy The Michigan Bean Commission.