Recipe of the Month by Sam Soga

All American Chili (4-6 servings)

• 2 cans (16 oz.) Bush’s Best Chili Beans
• 1 lb lean ground beef
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 cup chopped green pepper
• 1 can (14 ½ oz.) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (6 oz.) tomato paste
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 tsp. black pepper
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 Tbsp. chili powder
• 2 tsp. oregano
• 1 tsp. sugar

Shredded cheddar cheese for garnishing

In large pan cook beef, onion and green pepper until meat is browned. Drain excess grease. Stir in remaining ingredients, except cheese. Bring to boil. Cover, reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Garnish with cheese and serve.

Serve with French or Sourdough Bread.