Ham and Bean Chili Recipe: How to Make It

Ingredients

• 2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 medium green pepper, chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 jar (8 ounces) picante sauce
• 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup water, optional
• 1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
• 1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• Shredded cheddar cheese