Paleo Crock Pot Chili Recipe

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I literally followed this recipe from http://www.paleonewbie.com/paleo-crockpot-chili-recipe/ but with a few SMALL variations in the ingredients. Other than that, I followed her instructions, so visit her website. But I'll still document my efforts... 

2 lbs. of ground sirloin

1 onion, diced

3 cloves of garlic, minced

1 red and 1 green bell pepper, both diced

1 cup of carrots, finely diced

1 cup of celery, diced

1 jalapeno, minced

(1) 28-ounce can of crushed or stewed tomatoes (from Bob's garden)

(1) 14-ounce can of diced tomatoes

(1) 15-ounce can of tomato sauce

3 Tbsp. of chili powder

1 Tbsp. of oregano

1 Tbsp. of basil

2 tsp. of cumin

1 tsp. of salt

1 tsp. pepper

1 tsp. onion powder

1/2 tsp. of cayenne

About 4 strips of cooked bacon, crumbled

1 or 2 avocados, diced

Browning stage... 

Chopping stage...

Mixing stage...

Eating stage...

Yes! This chili is SOOOO good! It has a super hearty feel without the beans. The vegetable blend in here works so well & the avocado on top helps balance out the heat (without the need for adding cheese/sour cream). Definitely worth repeating!