1 lb. ground beef
1 lb. sausage
1 med. onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 med. bell pepper, chopped
1 can tomatoes
2 cans red kidney beans
1 tbsp. chili powder
2 tsp. ground cumin
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 c. water

Saute sausage and ground beef, onion, green pepper, and garlic in large, heavy saucepan until browned, stirring to crumble meats; drain excess grease. Stir in remaining ingredients. Add tomatoes. Mix well. Cover and simmer 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Additional water may be added, if needed. Serves 8.