Ingredients
1 pound ground beef1 small onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed beef broth, undiluted1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 can (16 ounces) hot chili beans, undrained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon butter1 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/8 teaspoon ground cumin1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakesDash cayenne pepper2 cups frozen lima beans, thawedCherry tomatoes, fresh oregano and small chili peppers, optional
Preparation
In a large saucepan, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in the broth, tomato sauce and paste until blended. Add the next 10 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
Add lima beans; cook 5-10 minutes longer or until beans are tender. Garnish with tomatoes, oregano and peppers if desired.
