Black Bean Chili With Rice

8 Servings

1 lb lean beef, Ground
3 c black beans, Cooked
1 c green pepper, Diced
1 c onions, Chopped
1 c carrots, Diced
1 T chili powder
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 bay leaves
1/2 t red pepper, Ground
3 c vegetable (or tomato juice)
4 c hot rice, Cooked
Cook beef in 2-3 quart sauce pan over medium heat, stirring to crumble.
Add all ingredients except rice. Bring to boil; simmer uncovered 20-25 minutes. Remove bay leaves. Serve over hot rice with chips on side.