Big Bowl Chili

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 medium onions, chopped
• 2 red bell peppers, diced 1/2-inch
• 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
• 3 lbs stew meat, 1 1/2-inch cubes
• 2 (28 ounce) cans plum tomatoes, crushed with juice
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 1/2 cups beef broth
• 1/2 cup dry red wine
• 3 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dry basil
• 1 teaspoon dry oregano
• salt
• pepper
• 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 6 -8 cups cooked rice (optional)
• 8 scallions, chopped (optional)
• 1 cup sour cream (optional)
• 1 cup cheddar cheese, grated (optional)