Turkey Chili RecipeIf you have turkey leftovers, this turkey chili recipe is a great way to use 'em up. This hearty dish can be made as mild or as spicy as you like by adjusting the amounts of pepper used. Smoked Turkey ChiliINGREDIENTS1/3 cup each of green, red and yellow bell peppers, chopped 1 cup chopped yellow onion 1 teaspoon chopped garlic 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 4 cups white beans 4 cups chopped tomatoes 4 cups diced smoked turkey 1 cup chicken stock or homemade turkey stock 1 tablespoon mild chili powder 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional) 1 teaspoon salt Chopped green onions, with tops (for garnish) Saute the bell peppers, chopped yellow onion and garlic in oil over medium-high heat until the veggies are just tender. Combine the cooked veggies with the remaining ingredients (exept the green onions). Bring the turkey chili to a boil, then reduce the heat. Simmer for one-half hour, stirring occassionally. For a spicier chili, try substituting the mild chili powder with hot chili powder. And for more heat and a smokier flavor, add one or two teaspoons of ground chipotle peppers to the turkey chile. Chipotle peppers are smoke dried jalapeno peppers. Their heat and smokiness add a lot to a variety of dishes. Serve the chili garnished with some chopped green onions. A dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of cheddar cheese make great toppers for this turkey chili recipe too. A big bowl of this will keep you warm on a cold winter night!
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