Chili

recipe from Gina Hackett Hagg (Scott AFB)
3/4 lb. ground beef
1 c. chopped onion
1/2 c. bell pepper, chopped
2-4 cloves garlic, minced
1 - 16 oz can petite diced tomatoes
1 - 16 oz can chili beans
1 - 8 oz. can tomato sauce
5 tsp. chili powder (divided 3 tsp, 2 tsp)
1/2 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp basil
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

In large skillet cook ground beef. When almost cooked add onion, pepper & garlic. Saute until mean is cooked through and veggies are tender. Drain grease. Add 3 tsp chili powder & other spices except cayenne. Mix well. Add tomatoes, canned sauce & beans. Mix well. Add remaining chili powder & cayenne. Bring to boil. Reduce heat & simmer 15-20 minutes, or longer if desired.