Two-bean chili

10 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1poundsLean ground beef
½cupChopped onion
28ouncesCanned whole tomatoes undrained, cut into pieces
15½ounceMexican Style Chili Beans (Van Camp's), undrained
15ouncesVan Camp's Red Kidney Beans (New Orleans Style) undrained
15ouncesTomato sauce
2teaspoonsChili powder
¼teaspoonGarlic powder
teaspoonGround red pepper
Shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Directions

In 4-qt. saucepan or Dutch oven, brown ground beef with onion; drain.

Add remaining ingredients except cheese. Simmer 20 to 25 minutes or until flavors are blended. Top with cheese, if desired.

TEN 1 CUP SERVINGS

MICROWAVE DIRECTIONS: In 3-qt. microwaveable bowl, combine ground beef and onion. Microwave at HIGH 4 to 6 minutes or until meat is no longer pink, stirring once; drain. Add remaining ingredients except cheese. Microwave at HIGH 25 to 30 minutes or until flavors are blended, stirring after 15 minutes. Top with cheese, if desired.

NUTRITIONAL ANALYSIS per serving: * calories 208 * carbohydrates 20 g * protein 14 g * fat 8 g * calcium 57 mg * sodium 670 mg * cholesterol 30 mg * dietary fiber 6 g Source: "Hurry, Let's Eat!" Reprinted with permission from The Quaker Oats Company Electronic format courtesy of Karen Mintzias