Beef Steak Chili

• boneless beef round steak, cut into 1/2-inch pieces↗1 lb
• large onion↗1

  chopped

• medium celery ribs↗2

  cut into 1/2-inch pieces

• diced tomatoes2

  (14 1/2 ounce), undrained

• tomato sauce↗1

  (15 ounce)

• chili powder↗3 -4 teaspoons
• ground cumin↗2 teaspoons
• dried oregano↗1⁄4 - 1⁄2 teaspoon
• ground cinnamon↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• medium green bell pepper1

  cut into 1-inch pieces

• kidney beans↗1

  (16 ounce), rinsed and drained

• hot sauce↗

  to taste (optional)

• shredded cheddar cheese↗

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Add the first 9 ingredients to a 4-quart slow cooker.

2. 2

   Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours.

3. 3

   Stir in bell pepper, beans, and hot sauce (if using); increase heat to HIGH; cook about 15-20 minutes or until slightly thickened.

4. 4

   Serve with cheese.