Pepperoni Pizza Chili

1 pound ground beef
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans,
   rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) pizza sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian
   stewed tomatoes
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1-1/2 cups water
1 package (3-1/2 ounces) sliced
   pepperoni
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 teaspoon pizza seasoning or
   Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
Shredded mozzarella cheese,
   optional

In a large saucepan, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the beans, pizza sauce, tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, pepperoni, green pepper, pizza seasoning and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until chili reaches desired thickness. Garnish with cheese if desired. Yield: 8 servings.