Black Bean Chili
2 tsp olive oil 2 tsp minced garlic ¼ cup green bell pepper , diced ¼ cup red bell pepper , diced ¼ cup white onion , diced 1 lb extra lean ground beef or turkey 1 can petite diced tomatoes 1 can diced tomatoes and green chiles 1 can black beans 2 Tbsp tomato paste 2 Tbsp chili powder 2 tsp cumin ¼ tsp salt ( optional )
1 . Add olive oil to large stockpot over medium high heat , add garlic , peppers , and onion . 2 . Stir frequently until softened , approximately 2-3 minutes . 3 . Add ground beef or turkey to the stockpot and cook until browned . 4 . Add the last 6 ingredients to the pot , stir , and cover . 5 . Simmer for 20 minutes .