Greg's Monterey Jack

Directions

1. 1
   Saute the chopped onions and bell peppers in a medium frying pan with the butter until the onions are translucent, about three minutes.
2. 2
   Add the ground round and cook until not pink.
3. 3
   Remove any fat by tilting the pan and soaking up the fat with a wadded paper towel.
4. 4
   In a large saucepan, combine the kidney beans, stewed tomatoes and the cooked ground round mixture.
5. 5
   Simmer over medium heat for 10 or 12 minutes, until hot.
6. 6
   Ladel into (heated) soup bowls.
7. 7
   Top with shredded Monterey Jack cheese, sprinkle with a pinch of paprika (optional) and serve.