5 Bean Chili

By SoCalPastryChef

This is a really great, easy chili recipe. All the work is done by your crockpot (slow cooker). Just add the ingredients and GO!

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
• 2 cups chopped onion
• 1 (15-ounce) can light red kidney beans, drained
• 1 (15-ounce) can dark red kidney beans, drained
• 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, drained
• 1 (15-ounce) can butter beans, drained
• 1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans, drained
• 2 (14 1/2-ounce) cans diced tomatoes with jalapenos
• 2 (1 1/4 ounce) packets chili seasoning mix
• 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 cup water
• Salt and pepper
• Suggested servings: cornbread, sour cream, cheese, chips, and fresh cilantro

Preparation

Step 1

Directions
In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown ground beef with the onions. Be sure to break up clumps as much as possible. Put the mixture in a slow cooker.

Add remaining ingredients and stir together. Cover and cook on high setting for 4 hours or on low for 7 to 8 hours.

Ladle into bowls and serve with your favorite chili fixings.