Chili

we live in a great neighborhood that does potlucks, progressive dinners and chili cookoffs together.  last year i created this chili recipe that didn't win, but turned out really good.  the great thing with chili is you can add more spice or lighten it to your liking.  we also like to decorate our chili with fresh grated cheddar, green onions, sour cream and fritos.

STACEY'S CHILI

2 lbs ground beef

1 onion, chopped

5 garlic cloves, chopped

2 cans fire roasted diced tomatoes

1 large can tomato sauce (29 oz i think)

1/2 - 1 cup water

1/2 tsp ground red pepper

1 tsp salt

3 TBSP chili powder

3 halves canned jalapeno peppers, finely chopped 

brown beef, onion and garlic.  drain.  add remainder of ingredients and simmer for at least 20 minutes.