2 lb. ground beef
1/2 c. chopped onion
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 loaf French bread
butter or margarine, softened
2 c. (16 oz.) sour cream
2 tomatoes, seeded and diced
1 large green pepper, diced
3 c. (12 oz.) shredded Cheddar cheese

In a skillet, brown ground beef and onion; drain. Add salt, garlic powder and pepper. Cut bread lengthwise in half; butter both halves and place on baking sheets. Remove meat mixture from the heat; stir in sour cream. Spoon onto the bread. Sprinkle with tomatoes, green pepper and cheese. Bake at 350° for 20 minutes or until cheese is melted. (Bake longer for crispier bread.) Yield: 8 to 10 servings.