Ladies Aid Chili

• 2 lb. ground beef
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 (1 lb.) cans undrained tomatoes, chopped
• 2 Tbsp. chili powder
• 2 tsp. salt
• 4 c. (two 15 oz. cans) kidney beans
• 2 medium onions, chopped
• 2 large bell peppers, chopped
• 2 c. (two 8 oz. cans) tomato sauce
• 1 Tbsp. cumin
• dash of black pepper
• 1/4 to 1/2 c. corn meal

1. In heavy pot, brown ground beef, onions, peppers and garlic. Drain excess fat.
2. Add remaining ingredients except beans and corn meal.
3. Cover and simmer for 30 to 45 minutes.
4. Add beans and corn meal.
5. Corn meal serves as a thickener and adds a special flavor. Stir until desired thickness.
6. Add hot peppers or Tabasco for hot chili.
7. Recipe can be doubled.
8. Makes 10 to 12 servings.

ground beef, clove garlic, tomatoes, chili powder, salt, kidney beans, onions, bell peppers, tomato sauce, cumin, black pepper, corn meal

Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=290050 (may not work)