Ingredients

  • 1 lb. hamburger
  • 1 medium-size garlic, finely cut
  • 2 to 3 tsp. chili powder
  • 2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper
  • 1 (No. 2 1/2) can tomatoes
  • 1/2 c. chopped onion
  • 1 (No. 303) can kidney beans
  • 1/2 lb. spaghetti

Method

  • Heat a heavy skillet over moderate heat.
  • Add hamburger, onion and garlic.
  • Stir until meat is browned.
  • Stir in next 3 ingredients well.
  • Turn beans (that have been rinsed in cold water and drained) and tomatoes into meat mixture.
  • Heat to boiling; add spaghetti.
  • Reduce heat to simmer.
  • Cook 30 minutes, stirring often.
  • If chili is too thick, add a little hot water.
  • Serves 4.