~creamy black bean chili recipe and my crazy weekend!~

We had quite the weekend! To some it up it was crazy but so neat to see how everything worked out better than expected. To read more click HERE

Today's recipe is something for a drafty, cold day...possibly some snow later today? Hmmmm we shall see!

Most of my kids liked it including most of the picky eaters too!!! Needless to say I'm exited about this:)

Creamy black bean chili

1 pound lean ground beef

2 cups black beans soaked over night and drained

2 cups chic peas soaked over night and drained

1 large onion diced

6 tomatoes diced

3 large red peppers diced

1 1/2 tbs oregano

2 tbs paprika

1 packet chili seasoning

salt, pepper, garlic powder to taste

1/2 cup flour

2 cups milk

Brown ground beef and do NOT drain. Add all the veggies and spices and just enough water to cover everything. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer covered until beans are tender (stir every once in a while) In a wide mouthed jar with a lid (I use a clean peanut butter jar!) put the flour and milk and put the lid on. Give it a good shake and slowly add to the chili stirring constantly. Bring to a boil and simmer (while stirring) until desired thickness. Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, macaroni etc.

For a gluten free version~I just took some out for myself BEFORE adding the flour/milk thickener:) Easy and nutritious! Enjoy!