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Electric 4-Alarm Chili

2 lbs. ground beef
2 large onions, chopped
1 large green pepper, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (16 oz.) tomates, undrained
1 can (8 oz.) tomato sauce
1 cup water
1/4 cup chili powder
1 tsp. each salt, paprika, oregano and ground cumin
2 to 3 tsp Tabasco pepper sauce
1 tsp instant coffee powder
2 cans (16 oz. each) red kidney beans, drained

In large heavy pot, brown beef with onions, green pepper and garlic. Drain off fat. Add remaining ingredients, except kidney beans. Simmer uncovered at least 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. When thickened, stir in drained kidney beans, heat through and serve.