Monterey Beans and Cheese

2 slices bacon
1/2 medium-sized onion, sliced
1/2 green pepper, diced
2 cups cooked kidney beans
1/4 - 1/2 lb shredded cheddar cheese
2 ripe tomatoes, diced, or 3/4 cup tomato sauce (I used 1 cup canned diced tomatoes)
1/4 cup beef bouillon or tomato juice
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp salt
dash of pepper
Rice

1. Fry bacon, drain, and break into pieces. Set aside.
2. Saute onion and green pepper in bacon fat until tender.
3. Add beans, cheese, tomatoes/tomato sauce, beef bouillon/tomato juice, chili powder, salt and pepper. Cook slowly, stirring constantly, until ingredients are blended and cheese is smooth - about 5 minutes. Serve with rice.

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Try #1 - March 12, 2012
This was a hit with the family! Super easy, and yummy. I was surprised that the bacon taste came through, with such a small amount, but it did, and made it AWESOME. I will definitely make this again. We had hardly any leftovers - maybe next time I'd double the recipe.