Ingredients

• 2 pounds of lean ground chuck

• 1 red or yellow bell pepper, finely chopped

• 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped

• 3 carrots, chopped

• 30 ounces of diced tomatoes

• 6 ounces of tomato paste

• 2 cups of beef stock

• 4 tablespoons of minced garlic

• 1½ tablespoons of chili powder

• 1½ teaspoon of onion powder

• 1½ teaspoon of salt

• 1 teaspoon of garlic powder

• 4 tablespoons of Cholula Original Hot Sauce (optional)

• 1 teaspoon of black pepper
  Note: Ingredient amounts are approximate and can be adjusted to taste.

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Instructions

1. In a large stock pot over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef, crumbling it with a spatula.

2. Add chopped bell pepper, carrots, and onion. Cook until vegetables are softened.

3. Drain excess fat if necessary.

4. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, beef stock, garlic, and all the seasonings. Mix well.

5. Cover and simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.

6. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. Serve hot.an be adjusted to taste.