Beef Tacos

Ingredients

• 2 lb. ground beef
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 1/2 tsp. chili powder
• 2 (4 oz.) cans chopped green chilies, drained
• 1 (7 oz.) jar roasted sweet red peppers, drained and chopped
• 1/4 c. chili sauce
• 2 tsp. sugar
• 1 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/4 lb. sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded (1 c.)
• 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
• 1/2 medium head iceberg lettuce, thinly sliced
• taco shells
• bottled hot or mild taco sauce (optional)