Gene Autry's Texas Chili

6 Servings

1 1/2 lb ground round
1 cl garlic, minced
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, Chopped
1 pk chili seasoning, or to taste
1 cn kidney beans (16 oz)
1 cn tomatoes, chopped (8 oz)
1 c monterey jack cheese shred
1 chopped onions, (optional)
Brown ground round, onion, and bell pepper in a large saucepan until soft.
Add chili seasoning, undrained kidney beans and tomatoes. Simmer covered for about 1 hour. Just before serving, add cheese and stir to melt. Top with chopped onions and serve.