Ham And Bean Chili

Total Time: 50 mins Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients

• 2 cups cubed cooked ham
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 28 ounces diced tomatoes
• 16 ounces kidney beans
• 15 ounces black beans
• 15 ounces pinto beans
• 8 ounces picante sauce
• 8 ounces tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 1/4 ounces sliced black olives
• 1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Recipe

• 1 in a large saucepan, cook the ham, onions and garlic in oil until tender.
• 2 stire in tomatoes, beans, picante sauce, tomato sauce and water (if desired).
• 3 bring to a boil.
• 4 stir in olives, bouillon, thyme, salt and pepper.
• 5 reduce heat and simmer, uncovered for 15-20 minutes.
• 6 garnish with shredded cheddar cheese if desired.