Easy Low-Fat Chili

Ingredients

• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1/4 cup chopped green pepper
• 2 cups water, divided
• 1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (15 ounces) navy beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-salt diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 can (6 ounces) salt-free tomato paste
• 2 to 4 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt, optional
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper