Mama’s Chili

Ingredients

  • 1 (28 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes
  • 4 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons banana pepper juice
  • 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 8 slices American cheese

Directions

Place the tomatoes in a large pot and squash them with your hands. Add the beans, onion, banana chile pepper, sugar, garlic powder and chili powder and simmer for about 20 minutes.

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Meanwhile, in a separate large skillet over medium high heat, saute the ground beef for 5 to 10 minutes, or until browned and crumbly. Drain the fat and add the beef to the simmering pot. Stir in the cheese, if desired. Allow to simmer for 1 more hour.