Crock Pot Belly Burner Chili

This is a "man's" chili--really spicy and full of flavor. My husband really likes it.

• Ready In: 4 hrs 15 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 1  lb ground beef
• 1⁄2 onion, chopped
• 2  garlic cloves, minced
• 2 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans or 2 (15 ounce) cans  red beans, drained and rinsed
• 3 (14 1/2ounce) cans  diced tomatoes and green chilies
• 1  tablespoon  unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2  tablespoons chili powder
• 1  teaspoon cumin
•  salt and pepper

Directions

1. In a skillet, brown ground beef, garlic and onion.
2. Drain, and put in crock pot.
3. Add beans, tomatoes, spices and cocoa powder.
4. Cook in crock pot on low for 4-5 hours.
5. Serve with cornbread if desired.