Sloppy Joe's

This is my sis-in-law's recipe. We love it.

1 1/2 lbs. ground beef
1 med. onion, diced
1/3 of a green pepper, chopped

Brown hamburger with onion and pepper, drain grease.

Add in:
1 cup V-8 juice
3-4 shakes of chili powder
1 bay leaf
1/4 c. ketchup
salt and pepper to taste.

Simmer 45 minutes. Take out bay leaf before serving. Can add flour to thicken. Serve on hamburger buns. Freezes really well.