1 (12 oz.) pkg. black beans
2 c. onions, chopped, divided
12 cloves garlic, minced, divided
2 (20 oz.) cans whole tomatoes, chopped
1 lb. ground beef
1 green pepper, chopped
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. black pepper
2 tbsp. chili powder
1 1/2 tbsp. cumin, ground
1/8 tsp. red pepper, crushed
Tortilla chips (optional)
1 c. grated Cheddar cheese
1 c. lettuce, thinly sliced
1/2 c. sour cream

Cover black beans with water, bring to boil. turn off heat. Let stand 4 hours. Turn on heat and add 1 1/2 cups onions and 8 cloves garlic. Simmer until beans are tender. Drain liquid. Add tomatoes on low heat. Brown beef, remaining onion, pepper, 4 cloves garlic, salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin and red pepper. Drain off fat. Add to bean mixture. Heat. Serve on individual plates garnished with optional accompaniments. 8 servings. 394 calories.