Chili (with beans)

• 1-1/2 pounds ground beef
• 1 pound mild bulk sausage
• 3 medium sweet onions, roughly chopped
• 1 bunch (about 1 cup) green onions, thinly sliced
• 2 cans light kidney beans (no salt added)
• 2 cans dark kidney beans (no salt added)
• 6 cans diced tomatoes (no salt added)
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 4 tablespoons chili seasoning mix
• 1 tablespoon and 1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided

Directions:

1. Combine 1/2 can light kidney beans, 1/2 can dark kidney beans, and 2 cans of tomatoes in blender. Blend until smooth, and set aside.
2. In a large non-stick pot over medium-high heat, add oil, sweet onions, ground beef, sausage, and 1-1/2 teaspoons salt. Cook until beef and sausage are done. Do not drain.
3. Reduce to medium-low heat. Add all remaining ingredients. Cook, stirring occasionally, until beans have softened and tomatoes have broken down.