Layers of Happiness

1 Heat a dutch oven or large pot over medium high heat. Add the olive oil, onions, peppers, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 3 minutes, or until peppers and onions have softened.
2 Add in the ground meat. Break it apart with a spatula or meat masher. Add the chili powder, paprika, oregano, and cumin. Stir and cook for 2-3 minutes.
3 Add in the tomatoes, beans, chicken stock and maple syrup. Bring the mixture to a boil.
5 Simmer uncovered for 20-30 minutes (or more if you prefer!), until thickened.
6 Turn heat off and let it cool for 5-10 minutes to thicken a little more. You can add a little water if it gets too thick for you. Season with salt to taste.
7 Serve with crushed fritos, shredded cheese sour cream, cornbread, and/or green onions!