Massachusetts Straub Chili Recipe

Heat oil in a large stockpot over medium heat. Saute onions and bell pepper until tender. Add garlic ground beef and stew meat and cook until the meat is no longer pink about 10 minutes.

Add the tomatoes beef broth and kidney beans to the stockpot cover and bring to a boil. Let the mixture boil for 4 to 5 minutes then stir in the chili powder Italian seasoning salt and brown sugar. Simmer uncovered for about 2 hours or until the chili thickens and beans are tender.