Sunshine Prune Chili

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (15-1/4-ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
3/4 cup pitted prunes, quartered
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon dried oregano leaves
Salt and pepper, to taste
Grated Cheddar cheese, to taste

* In large saucepan, cook beef over medium-high heat until brown; 
drain off all but 1 tablespoon of drippings. Add onion and garlic; sauté, 
stirring 3 minutes.

* Add beans, tomato sauce, prunes, chili powder and oregano; 
bring to boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer about 25 minutes until 
thickened. Season with salt and pepper.

* Serve in bowls and sprinkle with cheese.

Makes 6 servings.

SOURCE: California Prune Board