Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 3 lbs ground beef
  • 1 green pepper (, diced)
  • 1 red bell pepper (, diced)
  • 1 medium onion (, diced)
  • 3 small jalapeno peppers (, diced (seeds and veins removed for less spice))
  • salt and pepper
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1/3 cup chili powder
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons cumin
  • 1 1/2 cups ketchup
  • 3 Tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons vinegar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons mustard
  • 3 cups spicy hot V8 (, or regular)
  • 16 oz can kidney beans
  • 1 14.5 oz can fire roasted tomatoes
  • salt and pepper

Instruction

  • In a large saucepan, brown the ground beef and ground sausage, using a wooden spoon to break it into small pieces as it cooks. Drain most of the grease and remove meat to a plate.
  • Add onion, bell peppers, and jalapeño peppers to the pot and sauté on medium high heat for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add spices, ketchup, lime juice, brown sugar, Worcestershire, vinegar, mustard, and V8. Stir well. Add beans, tomatoes, and salt and pepper.
  • Return the ground meat to the pot and bring the mixture to a low boil. Turn to a low simmer, cover, and cook for 1-2 hours.