1 1/4 pounds ground beef
1 can (14 1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes -- undrained
1 can (8 oz.) tomato sauce
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic -- minced
1 Tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon savory
1/8 teaspoon marjoram
1/8 teaspoon oregano
1/8 teaspoon parsley flakes
1 can (8 3/4 oz.) navy beans -- rinsed and drained
1 can (8 3/4 oz.) kidney beans -- rinsed and drained
1 can (8 3/4 oz.) lima beans -- rinsed and drained
5 pita breads -- halved
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese -- optional
In a heavy suacepan or Dutch oven, brown beef; drain. Add tomatoes, tomato
sauce, onion, garlic, brown sugar and seasonings. Cover and simmer for 1
hour, stirring occasionally. Stir in beans; heat through. Spoon about 1/2
cup into each pita half. Top with cheese if desired. Yield 5 servings.