Best "Texas" Chili - Weight Watchers Favorite

 

      Yield: 8 Servings

 

      4 t  oil,olive

      2 c  onions,chopped

      1 c  celery,finely chopped

      3    garlic cloves

      1 lb beef,ground, lean,broiled

      2 c  tomatoes,plum italian

           -(canned,res,erve liquid)

      2 c  tomato sauce

     12 oz beans,kidney red  cooked

           -and drain,ed

     12 oz beans,pinto  cooked

      2 T  sugar,granulated

      3    bay leaves

      3    allspice,whole

      1 T  chili powder

      1 t  oregano,dried

    1/2 t  pepper,black freshly ground

    1/4 t  cumin,ground

    1/4 t  pepper,red ground

 

In medium nonstick skillet, heat oil, add onions, celery, and

garlic; cook over medium heat until softened, about 2 minutes.

Place vegetables and remaining ingredients in slow-cooker; stir

to combine. Cook on low setting 4 hours.