Bean Beef Slow Cooked Chili Recipe

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 large sweet onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes with mild green chiles2 cans (15 ounces each) pinto beans, rinsed and drained2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained2 to 3 tablespoons chili powder2 teaspoons ground cumin1/2 teaspoon saltOptional toppings: Sour cream, chopped red onion and minced fresh cilantro

Preparation

In a large skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until beef is no longer pink, breaking beef into crumbles; drain.

Transfer beef mixture to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Drain 1 can of tomatoes, discarding liquid; add to slow cooker. Stir in beans, chili powder, cumin, salt and remaining tomatoes. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours to allow flavors to blend.

Mash beans to desired consistency. Serve with toppings as desired.