3 large onions, sliced
1 large green pepper, minced
3 tbsp. shortening
1 lb. ground beef
2 c. cooked tomatoes
1/2 c. uncooked rice
1 tsp. chili powder
1 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper

Saute onions and green pepper in melted shortening until onions are yellow. Add ground beef; fry until mixture falls apart. Stir in remaining ingredients. Pour into greased 2-quart baking dish. Cover and bake at 350°F for 1 hour. Remove cover the last 15 minutes. Serve hot with cornmeal muffins and salad.