Italian Sausage Chili

You will need:

• 1 pound ground beef (90% lean 10% fat)
• 1 pound ground mild Italian sausage 
• 1 - 24 oz jar of Old El Paso Mild Thick & Chunky Salsa
• 1 - 4 oz can of mushrooms
• 1 - 15.5 oz can of dark kidney beans
• 1 - 15.25 oz can of black beans
• 4 TBSP of chili powder
• Salt & pepper (to taste)
• A slow cooker

Directions:

1. Brown beef and sausage in a pan, drain. 
2. Drain the mushrooms and beans from the cans.
3. Place all items into slow cooker, stir.
4. Set on low for 2-3 hours 
5. Salt and pepper to taste.
6. Top with cheese (I used a three cheddar cheese blend.)
7. Enjoy!

This is a chunkier type chili without as much sauce. You can add extra salsa if desired.