Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Slow Cooker Ground Beef and Beans



2 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 large onion, chopped (about 3/4 cup)
1 can (28 oz) baked beans, undrained
1 can (15.5 oz) butter beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained, rinsed
1 bottle (12 oz) chili sauce
2 cans (4.5 oz each) chopped green chiles
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
3 teaspoons chili powder
Shredded Cheddar cheese (for garnish)

1. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook ground beef and onion over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain.
2. In 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker, mix cooked ground beef mixture and remaining ingredients except cheese.
3. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 4 hours. Top individual servings with Cheddar cheese.