Three Bean Chili for a Crowd - MI Coop Kitchen

Ingredients

• 3 pounds ground chuck
• 2 (14-ounce) cans kidney beans, liquid reserved
• 2 (14-ounce) cans pinto beans, liquid reserved
• 2 (14-ounce) cans black beans, liquid reserved
• 2 medium onions, diced
• 2 green bell peppers, diced
• 1 bunch celery, thinly sliced
• 2 (4-ounce) cans diced green chilies
• 28- ounce can diced tomatoes
• 14- ounce can diced tomatoes, chili ready
• 2 cups water
• 2 (14 1/2-ounce) cans tomato sauce
• 3 tablespoons chili powder + 1 teaspoon chili powder, divided
• 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons cumin
• 1 ⁄ 2 teaspoon seasoning salt
• 1-2 sliced jalapeños (for spicier chili)
• Optional toppings: shredded cheese, diced green onions, finely diced onions, crackers, sour cream
• Lunch