Italian Style Beef Chili

In a heavy bottomed pot, over medium heat, add the olive oil until it just starts to shimmer.
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
Add the garlic and onion, stirring as you add it and cook for 3-5 minutes, until translucent.
4 cloves Garlic, 1 Red Onion
Add the bell peppers, jalapeno, oregano, parsley and basil and season with a little salt and pepper, about 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
1 Red Bell Pepper, 1 Green Bell Pepper, 1 Jalapeno, 2 teaspoons Fresh Oregano, 1 Tablespoon Fresh Parsley, 1 ½ teaspoon Fresh Basil, 1/2 teaspoon Salt, 1/4 teaspoon Pepper
Stir to combine and let cook for one minute.
Add the ground beef and cook until browned and no longer raw. Drain off any grease. Stir in the ricotta and spices.
1.5 lbs Ground Beef, 2 Tablespoons Chili Powder, 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika, 1/4 Cup Ricotta
Add the beef broth, marinara, diced tomatoes and beans
32 oz Beef Broth, 14 oz Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes, 32 oz Marinara Sauce, 2 Cans Pinto Beans
Let simmer all day for maximum flavor or at least 30 minutes.
Place the soup in oven safe bowls or soup mugs and top with a little cheese. You can add another dollop of ricotta here as well if you'd like.
1 Cup Mozzarella Cheese
Heat the broiler to high heat and place the soup in the oven.
Once the cheese is golden and melted remove from the oven and serve!