A camping recipe from David. This is almost how my mom made chili when I was growing up. The only difference with this recipe is that I can no longer get Frank's Chili Powder, which used cinnamon, so I add some to the pot along with my chili powder. This recipe can be ready to eat in an hour, but its better if you can let it simmer for a couple hours

1-1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes
1 15-ounce can tomato sauce
1 15-ounce can kidney beans
1 medium onion chopped
1 green pepper chopped
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups water

PREPARATION:

• Brown the ground beef in a Dutch oven, and then set aside to drain grease. Brown the chopped onion and green pepper next. Combine all ingredients (except the beans) and bring to a simmer. Add the kidney beans and continue simmering for one hour, stirring occasionally.

• Serve hot with crackers and grated cheese.

• Servings: 8
  Preparation time: 2 hours