1 tbsp. vegetable oil
1/2 c. chopped onion
1/4 tsp. minced garlic
1 lb. ground beef
1 can (16 oz.) tomatoes, broken up
1 1/2 tbsp. chili powder
3/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c. sliced carrot
1/2 c. sliced celery
1/2 c. diced green pepper
1 can (20 oz.) Progresso red kidney beans

In medium saucepot heat oil until hot. Add onion and garlic; saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Add beef; cook and stir until browned and crumbled; drain excess fat. Add tomatoes, chili powder and salt. Simmer, covered, for 40 minutes. Add vegetables. Simmer, covered, until vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes. Add Progresso red kidney beans (undrained). Simmer, covered, until beans are hot, about 2 minutes. Yield: 4 portions.