Save on Energy Costs This Winter Without Compromising Your Comfort

Frigid winter days are ideal for sipping hot chocolate and staying cozy and comfortable indoors. However, your comfort shouldn't come at the price of an exorbitant heating expense. We'd like toshare a few tips that can aid in lowering your energy costs that you may find beneficial this winter.

Save on your heating expenses while maximizing your household's comfort with help from the experts at Jackson & Sons.

Recipe:

1. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and sauté beef until it releases fat (4-5 minutes), breaking it up with a spatula.
2. Add onion to the skillet and sauté until tender (4-5 minutes). Add minced garlic and seasonings: cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt and pepper. Cook another 30 seconds stirring constantly. Transfer to a 6 Qt slow cooker
3. Add remaining ingredients into the slow cooker: rinsed and drained beans, diced tomatoes with their juice, diced tomatoes and green chilis with juice and tomato sauce. Stir to combine and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours. Season to taste if desired and serve warm.

Delicious toppings based on preference include: shredded cheese, chopped green or red onion, avocado, cilantro, sour cream, sliced jalapeño peppers.