Linda Clock's Killer Chili

Ingredients:

3-4 lb ground beef

1 or 2 onions

1 pepper

2 cans large plum tomatoes

4 tablespoons chili powder

large can red kidney beans (include sauce)

1 can chick peas (puree if you like)

Prepare:

Brown ground beef and drain

Saute onions and pepper

Add tomatoes

Add chili powder

Add salt & pepper

Cover, simmer for at least 2 hours

Add kidney beans and chick peas

Add a dash of hot sauce if you dare (yes, dare)

Serve with shredded cheddar cheese melted on top

Have a glass of water and an ice cold Dixie close by

Suggested music: Put on the Iguanas real loud: