Southwestern Chili

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2 large onions, chopped

2 green bell peppers, cored, seeded and chopped

2 tablespoons minced (3 large cloves) garlic

3 tablespoons vegetable oil

1/4 cup chili powder, or to taste

1 tablespoon ground cumin

1 tablespoon dried oregano

2 tablespoons tomato paste (recommend getting tube)

3 pounds boneless beef chuck, ground coarse

1 (28-ounce) can whole tomatoes, including liquid

1 to 1 1/2 cups beef broth

4 tablespoons cider vinegar

1-ounce unsweetened chocolate, chopped

1 (19-ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained

Rice, as an accompaniment

Toppings: Tortilla chips; sour cream; grated cheddar; chopped red onions; chopped jalapenos; diced avocado; minced cilantro; etc.