1teaspoonsArizona Dreaming seasoning or other seasoning with ancho chili pepper
1onionchopped
2bell pepperschopped
2banana peppersfinely chopped
4garlic clovesminced
1lb.fresh tomatoescored and chopped
2cans chili beans
1c.beef broth
1teaspoonschili powder
1teaspoonscumin
1teaspoonspaprika
2teaspoonsbrown sugar
2teaspoonsoregano
2teaspoonssalt
1teaspoonsblack pepper
3teaspoonstomato paste
Instructions
In a large pot heat the ground beef, oil , chili powder, and Arizona Dreaming seasoning over medium heat, stirring to break up the beef, for 5-7 minutes.
Add in the onion, bell peppers, banana peppers, and garlic cloves and cook for 4-5 minutes or until vegetables begin to soften.
Add in the fresh tomatoes, chili beans, and beef broth. Mix well and increase heat to medium high until the chili comes to a boil.
Reduce heat to simmer and add in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, brown sugar, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well then cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
Taste the chili and adjust the amount of salt, pepper, and chili powder as needed.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 5 more minutes.