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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.

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