1 lb. ground beef
1 (16 oz.) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 oz.) can pizza sauce
1 (14 1/2 oz.) can Italian stewed tomatoes
1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
1 1/2 c. water
1 (3 1/2 oz.) pkg. sliced pepperoni
1/2 c. chopped green pepper
1 tsp. pizza seasoning or Italian seasoning
1 tsp. salt
shredded Mozzarella cheese (optional)

In a large saucepan, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain. Stir in the beans, pizza sauce, tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, pepperoni, green pepper, pizza seasoning and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until chili reaches desired thickness. Garnish with cheese, if desired. Yield: 8 servings.