1cankidney beans or or black beans, optional - not Paleo
Instructions
Bring a large pot to medium heat and warm the olive oil. Add the onions and sauté about 3 minutes. Add the turkey and brown on all sides.
Add the minced garlic, carrots, celery, bell peppers, jalapeño, and spices (cumin, oregano, cayenne, paprika, fennel, cinnamon, and chili powder) and stir well. Sauté over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes.
Chop the sweet potatoes into small, even cubes. Add the sweet potatoes, tomato paste, and canned tomatoes to the pot. Stir well. If there isn’t enough liquid, add just a little water to make sure the sweet potatoes are covered. Cover with a lid and simmer over medium-low heat for 30 minutes with the lid on, and then remove the lid for another 30 minutes. (1 hour total.)
Stir and adjust seasonings as desired. You can cook for longer over low-medium heat, up to about 2 hours.
Notes
Don't be intimidated by the long ingredients list! They're mostly spices and basic pantry ingredients. I only had to buy celery and turkey for this recipe! Optional: I added the kidney beans to bulk up the recipe. I also love adding mushrooms (minced, added with the other vegetables) when I've got them. But that's the joy of chili - you can add lots of extra vegetables, beans, meat, etc.!