Slow Cooker Hearty Beef Chili

Ingredients

• 3/4 pound boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
• 1/2 pound sweet Italian sausage, casing removed
• 2/3 cup onion, chopped
• 1/3 cup green pepper, chopped
• 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
• 2 Tablespoons canned chopped green chilies
• 1 can (28 oz.) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (6 oz.) tomato paste
• 1 can (14 oz.) kidney beans, drained
• 1 can (14 oz.) can pinto beans, drained
• 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
• 2 Tablespoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

1. In large skillet over medium-high heat, brown beef and sausage.
2. Add onion, green pepper and garlic; stir until onions are tender.
3. Drain; add to crock.
4. Stir in remaining ingredients until well blended.
5. Cover and cook on HIGH 4 to 5 hours or on LOW 8 to 10 hours.

Test Kitchen Tip: To use dry beans, soak and cook according to package directions. Use 1½ cups beans for each can of beans specified in recipe.