Cheesy Ground Beef, Kielbasa And Beans (Stove Top Or Crock Pot)

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic (or to taste)
• 1 large green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 -2 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
• 1 -4 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes (optional or to taste)
• 1 lb kielbasa, thinly sliced
• 2 (10 ounce) cans tomato soup
• 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained)
• 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
• 4 (16 ounce) cans pinto beans (undrained)
• 4 (15 ounce) cans pork and beans, undrained
• salt and pepper
• Tabasco sauce (optional)
• 2 cups grated cheddar cheese

1. In a large pot brown the ground beef with onion, garlic, bell pepper, jalapeno pepper and dried chili flakes (if using) until the meat is browned and cooked; drain fat.
2. Add in the kielbasa sausage slices and cook for about 2 minutes.
3. Add in the all remaining ingredients.
4. Simmer covered over medium-low heat for about 1 hour stirring occasionally.
5. Uncover and simmer for another 30-35 minutes (the longer time you cook it the better it will be, you can cook it for 2 hours if desired!).
6. Season with salt, pepper and Tabasco (if using).
7. Stir in the cheese before serving.

ground beef, onion, garlic, green bell pepper, pepper, kielbasa, tomato soup, tomatoes, tomatoes, pinto beans, pork, salt, tabasco sauce, cheddar cheese

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/cheesy-ground-beef-kielbasa-and-beans-stove-top-or-crock-pot-190057 (may not work)