Slow-Cooker Family Favorite Chili

With just twenty minutes of prep time in the morning, you can set yourself up to come home to the inviting fragrance—not to mention flavor—of home-cooked crockpot chili. The slow-cooking perfectly combines the beef, beans and tomatoes for hearty, satisfying bowls of warm chili goodness.

Ingredients

2 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef

1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)

2 cloves garlic, finely chopped

1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes

1 can (16 oz) chili beans in sauce, undrained

1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce

2 tablespoons chili powder

1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps

In 12-inch skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is brown; drain.
In 4- to 5-quart slow cooker, mix beef mixture and remaining ingredients.
Cover and cook on Low heat setting 6 to 8 hours.