Hobo Stew - cooking recipe

Ingredients

8 hot dogs, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 (15 oz.) cans pork and beans
2 (15 oz.) cans chili
1 can stewed tomatoes
1 medium coarsely chopped onion
1 to 2 lb. ground beef
1 c. water
1/2 chopped bell pepper (optional)

Preparation

Brown ground beef and drain.
Place in large pot with all remaining ingredients.
Cook over medium heat, 45 minutes, stirring periodically.
Reduce heat sooner if necessary.
If desire to simmer longer, add more water.