Heidi’s Texas Chili

• 1 ¹⁄₂ pound ground beef

• 1 can whole tomatoes (28 ounce can(s))

• 1 can chili beans (28 ounce can(s))

• 1 large bell pepper, green (chopped)

• 1 medium onion (chopped)

• 2 cloves garlic (minced)

• 3 teaspoons chili powder

• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

• 1 teaspoon salt (salt to taste)

• 1 can tomato paste (optional)