1 (12 oz.) pkg. black beans
2 c. chopped onion
12 cloves chopped garlic
2 (20 oz.) cans whole tomatoes, chopped, undrained
1 lb. ground beef
1 green pepper, chopped
2 tbsp. chili powder
1 1/2 tbsp. ground cumin
1/8 tsp. crushed red pepper
1 c. grated Cheddar cheese

In large cast-iron pot, put in black beans and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Turn off heat and let set at least 4 hours. Turn on heat, add 1 1/2 cups onion and 8 cloves garlic. Simmer until beans are tender. Drain liquid from beans. Add tomatoes to beans and cook on low heat.

While beans are cooking, brown ground beef in skillet with remaining onions, green pepper, garlic, chili powder, cumin and red pepper. Drain off all fat and add to beans and tomatoes. Heat thoroughly and serve topped with grated cheese. Serves 8.