"Spanish" Rice Pot

2 large onions, chopped
2 green bell peppers, chopped
2 pounds ground beef
4 cups water
3 cups brown rice
7 cups chopped tomatoes
2 TBSP chili powder
(1 tsp chipotle chili powder, optional)
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper

In a large stockpot, combine onions, bell peppers, and ground beef and cook until meat is browned. Add the remaining ingredients and mix thoroughly. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer over low heat until rice is cooked (about 30 minutes).

(adapted from The Six O'Clock Scramble)