Dad’s Sweet(ish) Chili

Note: if you want a veggie chili, skip the beef and warm beans on low prior to step 2.

Additional note: I drain all but a smidge of the juice from all of the cans. Just enough for flavor but not enough to water the chili down.

1. Brown the ground beef over medium heat. Once browned, drain grease and return browned meat to pan.

2. Add chili seasoning packet to meat along with a 14 ounce can of diced tomatoes, and the onions and peppers. If you like a spicy chili, add in extra chili powder.

3. Cook on low for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4. Pour beef mixture into a crock pot, adding in whole tomatoes, remaining diced tomatoes and kidney beans.

5. Stir and then cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours.

6. Serve and top with shredded cheddar cheese (optional) or buttered Saltine crackers (dad style).

7. Enjoy, but save some for the next day because it’s always better on day 2!