Ingredients:

Makes 6 to 8 Servings

3 Tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
4 large garlic cloves, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 pound ground beef
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 tablespoon cumin
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 - 28oz can diced tomatoes, pureed
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 - 4oz can green chiles
1 15 oz can of black beans (drained)
Salt and pepper to taste
Chipolte Tobasco sauce

Preparation:

Heat oil in heavy saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onions and garlic. Saute about 8 minutes or until onions are translucent. Add bell peppers and cook 2 minutes more. Add ground beef and cook until brown, breaking up meat with a spatula as it cooks. Add chili powder, cumin, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Stir 2 minutes. Mix in pureed canned tomatoes and chicken broth. Stir in green chiles and black beans. Simmer until thickened to desired consistency, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, about 30-45 minutes. Place into serving dish. Add a couple shakes of Chipolte Tobasco sauce, stir and serve. Optional, top with your favorite cheese, or special topping.

Great served with a Blended Margarita!