Recipe: MONTEREY BEANS

A fast economical meal utilizing high-fiber beans

1 C. med. onion sliced or diced
½ C. diced green pepper
2 C. cooked kidney beans
2 ripe tomatoes, diced
1/4 C. beef bouillon or beef stock
1 tsp. chili powder
½ tsp. salt or to taste
1 C. shredded cheddar cheese
½ C. crumbled turkey bacon, or diced leftover turkey sausage, optional

Saute the onion in 1 TB bacon grease or olive oil or until translucent. Combine other ingredients except for the cheese, stirring constantly until all ingredients are blended and heated through and simmer for 5-10 minutes to blend flavors. Add the cheese over low heat and stir until mixture is smooth, about 5 minutes. Be careful the mixture does not boil. Serve over hot, cooked brown rice. Add a big green salad, and baked sweet potato to round out the meal.