Slow-Cooker Beef and Black-Bean Chili - Martha Stewart

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork can be less expensive.

black beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned kidney beans

Lentils are lower in calories, while kidney beans are often cheaper.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: monterey jack cheese

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free, while monterey jack is often less expensive.

Place dried black beans in the slow cooker.

Add chopped red onion, reserving some for garnish.

Cover and cook until the beans are tender, following slow cooker instructions.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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