2 lb. ground beef
1 c. chopped onion
1 c. chopped green pepper
1 c. sliced celery
2 (15 oz.) chili beans or kidney
2 (16 oz.) cans tomatoes, cut up
1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste
2 cloves garlic, minced
1-2 tbsp. chili powder
2 tsp. salt

In Dutch oven cook beef, onion, green pepper, and celery until meat is brown and vegetables are tender. Drain. Drain chili beans or kidney beans. Add beans and remaining ingredients.

Cover; simmer 1 to 1 1/2 hours.

Makes 8 servings.