2 lbs. ground beef
1 green pepper, chopped
1 med. onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 c. oil
2 (1 lb.) cans tomatoes
1 to 2 tbsp. chili powder
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. cumin seed
3 dashes Tabasco
1 c. hot water
2 (15 oz.) cans pinto beans, undrained

Cook meat, pepper, onion and garlic in oil until beef is slightly browned. Add all ingredients except beans. Simmer uncovered 45 minutes. Stir in undrained beans, simmer 15 minutes. Serves 8.