Chili .... Hold the Beans

Chris and Mason love chili, but they hate beans. So I worked up this little beanless number and it was a hit.

3 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
3 cloves chopped garlic
1 1/2 lbs. ground beef
2-3 tablespoons chili powder
28 oz. can of crushed tomatoes
2 cans Campbell's tomato soup
1 cup plain bread crumbs (optional)
Cumin - to taste
Salt - to taste
Pepper - to taste
Hot Sauce -to taste

Cook garlic in the olive oil over low heat. Keep an eye on it - doesn't take long. Add in ground beef and brown.

Spray Crock-Pot with non-stick cooking spray. Add beef and garlic mixture. Add all remaining ingredients except the bread crumbs. Stir well. Keep on low for about 10 hours, stirring occasionally. Add in the bread crumbs only if you like a thicker chili.

And for goodness sake - please top this with sour cream and cheese!!