1 1/2 lbs. ground beef
1 tbsp. bacon drippings
1 med. onion, peeled and chopped
1/4 c. green bell pepper
1 clove garlic, peeled and minced or (1 tsp. garlic powder)
1/4 c. chopped celery
1 tbsp. chili powder
1/4 tsp. granulated sugar
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 (16 oz.) can whole tomatoes, undrained
1 (16 oz.) can whole kernel corn, undrained
1 (32 oz.) can ranch style beans, undrained (see note)
6 med. potatoes, peeled and cubed
3 c. water

Brown ground beef in bacon drippings, separating meat with a fork as it cooks. Add onion, green pepper, garlic and celery; cook until vegetables are soft. Add chili powder, sugar, salt, and pepper; mix well. Add corn, beans, potatoes, and water. Bring to a boil, stirring well. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until potatoes are tender. Stir occasionally during cooking.

NOTE: Ranch-Style beans are spicy pinto beans that are produced in Fort Worth. They are available in many supermarkets across the country. If not available, use any brand of canned pinto beans, and if desired, add chopped green chiles.