LOUISIANA CHILI

Louisiana Chili

8 servings

2 pounds lean ground pork
2 large onions, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes
1 (28 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Dash hot pepper sauce
Pepper to taste

In a large heavy skillet, cook ground pork over medium heat, breaking up pieces, about 10 minutes or until browned. Drain any fat. Transfer to large saucepan or Dutch oven. Add onions; cook 5 minutes. Add garlic, peppers and celery; cook 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, breaking up with a spoon. Add remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered, 30 minutes. Add a small amount of water if necessary.