1 1/2 lbs. ground beef
1 1/2 c. water
1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
1 env. Lipton beefy onion soup mix
1 tbsp. chili powder
1 (16 oz.) can red kidney beans, drained

1ST ALARM: Add 4 teaspoons chili powder.

2ND ALARM: Add 2 tablespoons chili powder

3RD ALARM: Add chili powder at your own risk.

In large skillet brown beef and drain. Stir in remaining ingredients. Simmer covered, stirring occasionally, 20 minutes. Makes 6 servings.