1 tbsp. oil
1/2 c. chopped onion
1/4 tsp. minced garlic
1 lb. ground beef
1 can 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 c. red kidney beans

In medium saucepan, 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 beans (undrained). Simmer (covered) until beans are hot, about 2 minutes. 4 servings.