Pico Pica Chili

1 1/2 lbs. ground beef or ground turkey

1/2 c. bell pepper (optional)

1/4 c. sweet onion or 2 t onion powder

1 packet of chili seasoning, mild

1-2 T Pico Pica or another brand of hot sauce

2 -8 oz cans tomato sauce

2 -15 oz cans beans, I use kidney or pinto

1 finely diced Roma tomato

Salt

Pepper

Chili powder

1/4-1/2 c. Mexican blend cheese, shredded

Step 1:

In a fry pan, add meat, bell pepper, and onion. Brown.

Step 2:

Follow instructions on chili spice packet. Do not add tomato sauce yet.

Step 3:

In a 4 qt. or larger sauce pot, add meat mixture and Pico Pica. Mix well.

Step 4:

Add tomato sauce, beans, and tomato. Stir well. Turn up heat on stovetop to medium.

Step 5:

Cook for 15 mins, stirring occasionally. Add salt, pepper, extra Pico Pica, and additional chili powder to taste.

Step 6:

Just before serving, add shredded Mexican blend cheese. Top with sour cream, if desired.