Easy Versatile Slow Cooker Chili

marciado's Note:

Easy, versatile recipe for great chili with minimal effort. I like it because there is little time in the morning while I am rushing to work, and it is ready as soon as I get home.

• Total Time: 12 hrs 10 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 12 hrs

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

• 1 lb stewing beef
• 1 (8 ounce) jar salsa
• 1 (20 ounce) can red beans
• 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (4 ounce) jar roasted red peppers
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 small onion , diced
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 (6 ounce) package goldfish crackers

Directions:

1. At bedtime add one jar of your favorite salsa (mild, medium or Hot) to the stew beef.
2. Cook on low overnight.
3. In the morning Stir the mixture.
4. Add the beans, diced tomatoes, roasted red peppers and chili powder.
5. Add water if you like a thinner chili.
6. Cook on low all day.
7. To serve, top with onion, cheese and goldfish crackers.
8. I have used chicken breast instead of beef. It needs to be shredded in the morning.