SLOW COOKER BLACK BEAN CHILI

SLOW COOKER BLACK BEAN CHILI

1 pound chuck steak, cut into 3/4 inch chunks**

15 ounce can tomato puree

15 ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed

2 cloves garlic, minced

3 tablespoons chili powder

1 KNORR beef tub

2 cups hot water

medium red onion, chopped (reserve some for garnish)

1 bunch green onions, sliced (reserve some for garnish)

sour cream

grated cheese

  • Combine hot water and KNORR beef tub until well blended.  Pour into slow cooker.
  • Add tomato puree, chili powder, garlic, salt and pepper to taste, blending well.
  • Add beef pieces, red onion and green onion.
  • Cover and cook on low 6-8 hours.
  • Top with sour cream, grated cheese and onions for garnish.
  • I served them over grilled hot dogs for hubby and Monday night football.

**We had grilled rib eyes the night before and I got a great price on buying the family pack so we grilled them all and then I cut the remains into 3/4 inch chunks for the chili.  I have to say the charring added some great flavor.