1 lb. ground beef
1/2 c. chopped onion
1/2 c. chopped green pepper
16 oz. can whole kernel corn
16 oz. can red kidney beans
1 tsp. chili powder
3/4 tsp. salt
16 oz. can tomatoes

1. Brown meat and vegetables together. Drain fat.

2. Drain and reserve liquid from corn, beans and tomatoes.

3. Add liquid only, with chili powder and salt to meat mixture. Simmer uncovered, until liquid is reduced to half (about 1/2 hour), stir occasionally.

4. Add corn, tomatoes and beans. Simmer 15 minutes.

5. Combine 1 tablespoon flour and 2 tablespoons water, stir into stew and cook and stir until thickened.

6. Stir in 2 ounce sharp American cheese, shredded until melted. Serves 6.