1/2 lb. ground meat
1 can tomatoes
1/2 bell pepper, chopped
1 qt. pinto beans
1 sm. onion, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Chili powder (optional)

Brown meat. Add onion and bell pepper. Cook until soft and slightly brown. Add beans and tomatoes; mix well. Season to taste. Cook over medium heat in covered pot for about 20 minutes or bake in a covered casserole dish for 30 minutes at 350 degrees.