Ingredients

1

tablespoon oil

1 1/2

lb. boneless beef round steak, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

1

cup chopped onions

1

cup chopped green bell pepper

1

cup chopped carrots

3

to 6 teaspoons chili powder

1/4

teaspoon salt

1/4

teaspoon garlic powder

1/4

teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)

1/4

teaspoon pepper

1

cup water

2

(14 1/2-oz.) cans diced tomatoes, undrained

1

(15-oz.) can tomato sauce

2

(15 1/2- or 15-oz.) cans dark red kidney beans, drained

Preparation

Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add beef and onions; cook and stir until beef is browned.

In 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker, combine browned beef and onions and all remaining ingredients except kidney beans; mix well.

Cover; cook on high setting for 1 hour.

Reduce heat to low setting; cook 4 to 5 hours or until beef and vegetables are tender.

Stir in beans. Cover; cook on low setting for an additional 30 to 45 minutes or until thoroughly heated.