Domestic Geek’s Recipe Box

1 small can tomato paste
2 cans Italian style stewed tomatoes (already has green peppers and a little Italian spices)
2 cans dark red kidney beans
1 lb. ground beef
1 yellow onion
¼ C celery
1 bay leaf
1 tsp chili powder (Mike adds more)
2 tsps sugar
½ tsp garlic
½ tsp oregano
½ tsp cayenne pepper (Mike adds more)

Brown beef with onion and celery. Combine all ingredients in crock pot and keep on low simmer at least 3 hours, stirring occasionally.