Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef

• 1 small onion, chopped

• 1 red bell pepper, chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 teaspoon chili powder

• 1 teaspoon cumin

• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed

• 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained

• 1 cup frozen corn

• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

• Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.

• Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet and cook until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.

• Add chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to the skillet and stir to combine.

• Add black beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and frozen corn to the skillet and stir to combine. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

• Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the skillet and cover with a lid. Cook until cheese is melted, about 2-3 minutes.

• Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve hot.