Buffalo & Beans

1/4 c Vegetable oil

1 Green pepper, chopped

1 Red pepper, chopped

2 c Mushrooms, sliced

4 md Onions, sliced

1 1/2 lb Lean beef, ground

1 1/2 lb Buffalo meat, ground

28 oz Kidney beans (2 cans)

28 oz Tomatoes crushed or stewed

2 Cloves garlic, crushed

1/4 c Chili powder

Spices & herbs to taste Saute vegetables in oil. Add meat and cook until no longer pink. Add beans, tomatoes and spices/herbs. (Suggested oregano, cumin, basil, cayenne.) Simmer uncovered until liquid begins to evaporate and chili thickens. Skim excess fat if necessary. Continue to simmer covered for several hours to allow flavours to blend. Serves 8-12. One cup serving 3 protein choices, 1 starch, 1 fat Source: Canadian Diabetes Association Cook-Off fund-raiser recipe Stampede Week July 14, 1990 Calgary, Alberta Shared but not tested by Elizabeth Rodier 6/93