Crock-Pot Hearty Beef Chili

Since the weather is starting to change I thought this would be a good recipe to start off with. For those of you who keep up with your food storage, this is also a good way to use up all of those canned goods you have been storing up.

1 1/2 lb. lean ground beef
1 can (15 oz.) dark red kidney beans, drained & rinsed
1 can (15 oz.) light red kidney beans, drained & rinsed
1 can (16 oz.) tomato sauce
1 can (15 oz.) corn, drained

1 1/2 cups Thick 'N Chunky Mild Salsa
2 Tbs. chili powder
1 onion, chopped
1 cup Mexican Style Shredded Four Cheese

Optional Topping:

sour cream

Brown meat;drain. Add to slow cooker with remaining ingredients except cheese; stirr. Cover with lid. Cook on low 5-6 hours. Stir just before serving & top with cheese.

Serve with a simple side of Ritz Crackers.