1/2 c. diced onion
1/2 c. diced green pepper
2 1/2 tsp. minced fresh jalapeno pepper
1 tsp. minced garlic
2 tbsp. olive oil, vegetable oil or butter
1 lb. ground lean beef
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. black pepper
1 c. ketchup
1 c. diced tomatoes
6 to 8 burger buns, toasted lightly

Saute onions, green pepper, jalapeno pepper and garlic in oil until onions are translucent. Add beef and cook stirring until meat is lightly browned. Drain off all fat; add salt, pepper and cumin, and cook for 1 minute more, stirring all the time to season evenly. Add ketchup and tomatoes and cook, uncovered, over low heat until reduced to thick sauce. Serve on toasted buns. Makes 6 to 8 servings.