Wheat Berry Chili

Courtesy of USDA MyPlate

Wheat berries add a unique texture to this flavor-packed chili recipe. This hearty, colorful one pot meal is sure to be a crowd pleaser.

Ingredients

• 1 cup wheat berries
• 3 cups water
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1/2 green pepper, chopped
• 1/2 yellow pepper, chopped
• 4 teaspoons chili powder, or to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 can 8-ounce tomato sauce, unsalted
• 2 cans (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 2 cups beef broth, 99% fat free, reduced sodium
• 1 can 15-ounce kidney beans, unsalted
• 1 can 15-ounce white beans, unsalted

Instructions

1. Cook wheat berries in 3 cups of water for 1 hour until tender; add more water if necessary; drain.
2. Rinse with cool water and drain thoroughly.
3. In the microwave on medium heat, cook onions and green and yellow peppers for 1 minute, or until desired softness.
4. In a 4-quart pot, combine remaining ingredients with wheat berries and microwaved vegetables.
5. On stovetop, bring to a boil and simmer uncovered 1 hour or until desired consistency is reached, stirring occasionally.

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