MICROWAVE DIRECTIONS

Break 1 lb. ground beef into small pieces, placing in a 2-quart or larger microwavable bowl. Microwave on high setting for 3 to 5 minutes rotating dish and stirring contents once or twice during cooking. Drain excess from the bowl.

Add 1/2 cup water, one 8-oz. tin of tomato sauce and Mexene Chili Mix® contents to bowl stirring and blending each ingredient.

Cover bowl, microwave on high setting for 6-8 minutes, rotating bowl and stirring every 2 to 3 minutes during cooking. Remove from oven. Allow to set for 5 minutes prior to serving.

OPTIONAL

For "Chili with Beans" blend into the mixture one 15 oz. can of Mexene Chili Beans®.

STOVE TOP DIRECTIONS

In a skillet, brown 1 pound ground beef until fully cooked and crumbly. Drain off all excess fat.

Under low to medium heat, add one cup water, 8-oz. tin of tomato sauce and Mexene Chili Mix® contents to skillet, stirring and blending each ingredient.

Bring skillet contents to a simmer and continue to cook uncovered 8 to minutes or until sauce attains desired consistency or thickness. Remove from heat.

OPTIONAL

For "Chili with Beans" add one 15 oz. can of Mexene Chili Beans® or a bean of your choice - kidney, pinto, black bean, etc.

Makes 4 servings.