Originally Posted by Dyann

Wendy's Copycat Chili
Recipe #876112 ratings
For fast food lovers from an online source posted in response to a recipe request.
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4-6 servings 1¾ hours 10 min prep
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2 lbs fresh ground beef
1 quart tomato juice
1 (29 ounce) can tomato puree
1 (15 ounce) can red beans, drained
1 1/2 cups chopped onions
1/2 cup celery, diced
1/4 cup green peppers, diced
1/4 cup chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin (more if desired)
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

In a frying pan, brown the ground beef; drain.
Put the drained beef and the remaining ingredients into a 6-quart pot.
Cover the pot; let it simmer for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, stirring every 15 minutes.