Hungry Boy Skillet Casserole

This wholesome and economical ground beef and bean skillet supper will satisfy a hearty appetite.

Recipe Ingredients:

1 pound lean ground beef
1 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1 (15.5-ounce) can garbanzo beans, undrained
1 (15-ounce) can pork and beans
1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 teaspoon salt

Cooking Directions:

1. Cook ground beef, celery, onion and garlic in a large skillet until meat is brown; drain.
2. Stir in garbanzo beans with liquid, pork and beans, tomato paste, bell pepper and salt. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve over rice or pasta, if desired.

Makes 6 servings.