2 tbsp. oil
2 lb. stewing beef, cubed
1 c. chopped onions
1 chopped green pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
1 (12 oz.) can tomato paste
2 1/2 c. water
2 jalapeno peppers, optional
1 1/2 tbsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. red pepper
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. cumin
1 (15 1/2 oz.) can pinto or chili beans

Heat oil and brown beef on all sides. Add onions, bell pepper and garlic and fry with beef for about 5 minutes. Add remaining ingredients except beans, simmer for 1 1/2 hours or until meat is tender. Add beans and simmer 30 minutes longer.