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Greek Chili

  
   
   
   
Ingredients -  
   

12 ounces Lean Ground Beef
1/2 cup chopped Onion
1 teaspoon minced Garlic
2 tablespoons Chili Powder
2 teaspoons Dried Oregano Leaves
1 teaspoon ground Cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon dried Mint Leaves
1 tablespoon Unsweetened Cocoa
1 can (28 ounces) diced Tomatoes, undrained
1 can (15 ounces) Garbanzo beans or 1 1/2 cups cooked dry-packaged Garbanzo beans, rinsed, drained
1 can (15 ounces) Dark Red Kidney beans or 1 1/2 cups cooked dry-packaged Dark Red Kidney beans, rinsed, drained
2 teaspoons Honey
5 to 6 cups Cooked Macaroni, warm
Sliced Green Onions and tops, crumbled feta cheese, sliced Greek olives, as garnish *

  
   
Preparation:  
   

Sauté ground beef, onion, and garlic in large saucepan until ground beef is browned, about 5 minutes; add spices, herbs and cocoa and cook 1 to 2 minutes longer.

Stir in tomatoes, beans, and honey; heat to boiling. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, 15 minutes; uncover and simmer until thickened, about 15 minutes.

Spoon chili over macaroni in bowls; garnish with green onions, feta cheese and olives.