Slow Cooker Beef and Red Bean Chili

Step 1

In a large saucepan,combine red beans and enough water to cover beans by 2 inches (5 cm). Bring to a boil,reduce heat and simmer,uncovered,for 10 minutes. Remove from heat,cover and set aside for 1 hour. Drain and rinse beans.

Step 2

In a large nonstick skillet,heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add half of the meat and chopped onion. Cook until browned.

Step 3

With a slotted spoon transfer mixture to 3½-4 quart(3½-4 L) slow cooker. Repeat with remaining meat. Stir the remaining ingredients,except red sweet pepper and cilantro,into mixture in slow cooker.

Step 4

Cover and cook on low-heat setting for 10-12 hours. Top each serving with snipped fresh cilantro and finely chopped red sweet pepper.