Ingredients:

2 pounds fresh ground beef

1 quart tomato juice

1 (29-ounce) can tomato purée

1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed

1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed

1 large onion, chopped

1 bell pepper, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

2–3 tbsp chili powder

1 tsp cumin

1 tsp smoked paprika (optional)

Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions

Instructions:

Brown the Beef: