Monday, September 14, 2009

Rick's Crockpot Chili [slow cooker]

Rick's Crockpot Chili

By Diana Rattray, About.com

Ingredients:

    * 2 pounds ground round, browned and drained
    * 2 cans kidney beans (15 ounces each) , canned, drained
    * 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) whole tomatoes, drained and chopped
    * 4 tablespoons chili powder
    * 1 clove garlic, minced
    * 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
    * 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin powder
    * 2 teaspoons salt
    * 1 teaspoon pepper
    * 1/2 teaspoon tabasco sauce
    * 1 tablespoon olive oil
    * 1 large onion, coarsely chopped
    * 6 ounces black olives, pitted and drained
    * 1/2 cup water

Preparation:
Brown and drain ground round in skillet.

Combine all ingredients in slow cooker and mix thoroughly.

Cook on low for 8 to 10 hours.

Rick's Note: Goes well with grated Sharp Cheddar Cheese sprinkled on top.
Can be frozen and then reheated in a sauce pan later in the week for quick dinners.

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