CHILI BEANS
By Christina Melendez

Measurements are approximate.

1 lb. ground beef
1 chopped onion
few cloves chopped garlic
½ cup chili powder
1 can chopped or whole tomatoes
2-3 cups cooked pinto beans
salt to taste
few dashes cumin optional
chopped green chilies optional   

Cook ground beef until browned on medium heat. Add onion and garlic. Cook until tender. Stir in chili powder. Cook a few more minutes. Add other ingredients. Bring to a boil. Serve with cubed or grated cheese and crackers or flour tortillas.