Chilly Day Chili - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 medium onions, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 lbs lean ground beef
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes or 2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 (16 ounce) cans red kidney beans, partially drained

Preparation

In a large skillet, saute onions and bell pepper in vegetable oil for 1-2 minutes; add ground beef and cook until browned; drain fat.
Stir in tomatoes, tomato sauce, ketchup, chili powder, salt, and pepper; simmer, uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add beans and continue simmering for 15 minutes longer.