Best All-American Chili

This was in this Sunday's paper; I haven't tried it, but it sounds pretty easy to make. *I'm just guessing that prep time and cook time are the same thing here.*

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 2 (16 ounce) cans  bush best chili beans
• 1  lb lean ground beef
• 1  cup  chopped onion
• 1  cup  chopped green pepper
• 1 (14 1/2ounce) can dried tomatoes
• 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
• 1⁄2 cup water
• 1⁄2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1  tablespoon chili powder
• 2  teaspoons oregano
• 1  teaspoon sugar
•  shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, cook the beef, onion, and green pepper until the meat is browned; drain the excess grease.
2. Stir in all remaining ingredients, except the cheese; bring to a boil.
3. Cover, reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
4. Serve hot, topped with cheese, if desired.