Southwest Stew

Our whole family loves foods spiced with picante sauce, so I developed this recipe! This dish is very quick and easy to make, and it also reheats well. Sometimes I add cooked, sliced potatoes to the stew for a little variety, too.8 ServingsPrep/Total Time: 30 min.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1-1/2 cups diced onion
- 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 cup picante sauce, mild, medium or hot
- 3/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- Shredded cheddar cheese, optional
Directions
- In large skillet, cook beef and onions over medium heat until meat is
- no longer pink; drain. Add the remaining ingredients and bring to a
- boil. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until
- heated through. Garnish with shredded cheddar cheese if desired.
- Yield: 8 servings.