Pam Tuft's Hodgepodge Chili

A good friend of mine, Pam Tuft, sent me this recipe on facebook tonight. She even sent a sample over. It is very good. Enjoy....Gandy

HODGEPODGE CHILI
submitted by Pamela Tyler Tuft

1 lb mild Italian sausage
1 lb ground beef
1 lg. onion, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
4 cloves garlic
2  jalapeño peppers (optional)
1 Tbsp each chili powder, cumin seed (I use ground)
3/4 tsp. salt
1 can (15 oz.) EACH: kidney beans, great northern beans or any combination
1 can (28 oz.) chopped tomatoes, drained
1 can (6 oz.) tomato paste
1 can (16 oz.) chicken broth (I make my own)
1/4 c. EACH: cilantro, parsley

In a skillet, cook the sausage and beef in 2 Tbsp oil until browned. Add onion, bell peppers, garlic and jalapeño. Cook for 5 minutes. Add the rest of the ingredients and cook on medium heat for 20 minutes. Top with shredded cheddar. Thanks Pam....Enjoy.