This is a simple basic chili recipe using ground beef.

• 1 1/2 cups chopped onion
• 2 pounds ground beef, lean
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup diced red and green bell pepper
• 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
• 1 can (4 ounces) chopped mild green chile peppers, drained
• 1 to 2 tablespoons finely chopped jalapeno chile peppers
• 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained (chili style, fire-roasted, or plain)
• 1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans or kidney beans, drained and rinsed, optional
• 1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ancho chile powder
• 1/2 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon dried leaf oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1. Brown the ground beef and onions in a large skillet.
2. Add garlic and bell pepper. Cook for two more minutes while stiring.
3. Add chili peppers, tomatoes, beans and seasonings. Simmer for 15 minutes.
4. Cover and cook for another 15 minutes.