Beef Stroganoff Sandwich

2 lb. ground beef
½ cup chopped onion
1 tsp. salt
½ tsp. garlic powder
½ tsp. pepper
1 loaf French bread
margarine, softened
2 cups (16 oz.) sour cream
2 tomatoes, seeded and diced
1 large green pepper, diced
3 cups (12 oz.) 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 degrees for 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted (bake longer for crispier bread).