1 lb. ground beef
1 chopped onion
1 can kidney beans
1 can tomatoes
salt pepper
1 green pepper, chopped (optional)

In skillet brown meat and onions, drain. Add remaining ingredients and simmer 45 minutes. Serve with cornbread.

Cornbread:

1 1/2 c. cornmeal
1/2 c. all purpose flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/4 c. bacon grease or drippings
1 1/2 c. milk
2 eggs

Mix all ingredients well. Pour into a hot greased iron skillet and bake 30 minutes at 450°F.