2large green bell pepperschopped small, about 2 cups
3large cloves of garlicminced
114-15 ounce can fire roasted diced tomatoes, fresh tomatoes can be used as well when in season
1teaspoonoregano
1teaspoonground cumin
1/4teaspooncinnamon
1/8teaspoonground cloves
1/2cupgreen oliveschopped small, I had a hard time finding them unstuffed, so I finally just bought the ones stuffed with pimentos and they worked great
1/3cupraisins
Kosher saltto taste
Fresh ground black pepperto taste
Instructions
In a large skillet, over medium heat, heat the olive oil and then add the onions and bell peppers. Saute for about 5 minutes, until the onion starts to soften. Add the garlic and ground beef and continue cooking.
Press the onions and peppers into the ground beef. Crumble the meat mixture as it cooks, until it is browned, about 5 more minutes. Add the tomatoes, oregano, cumin, cloves and cinnamon and stir to combine. Reduce the heat to low, cover with lid and simmer 15 minutes.
Uncover the skillet and add the olives and raisins. Simmer another 5 minutes or so. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve over rice and Enjoy!