Beef Stroganoff Sandwich Supper

2 pounds ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 loaf French bread
butter or margarine, softened
2 cups sour cream
2 tomatoes, seeded and diced
1 large green pepper, diced
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese

In a skillet brown ground beef and onion. Drain. Add salt, garlic powder and pepper.

Cut bread lengthwise in half. Butter both halves and place on baking sheets.

Remove meat mixture from the heat. Stir in sour cream. Spoon onto the bread. Sprinkle with tomatoes, green pepper and cheese.

Bake at 350�F for 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Bake longer for crispier bread.