Best Texas Chili by Mega-Zine http://www.mega-zine.com/kitchen/chili/recipe009.html ingredients for 8 servings : 4 ts Oil, olive 2 c Onions; chopped 1 c Celery; finely chopped 3 Garlic cloves 1 lb Beef, ground, lean; broiled 2 c Tomatoes, plum Italian (canned, reserve liquid) chopped 2 c Tomato sauce 12 oz Beans, Kidney red, cooked and drained 12 oz Beans, Pinto, cooked 2 tb Sugar, granulated 3 Bay leaves 3 Allspice, whole 1 tb Chili Powder 1 ts Oregano, dried 1/2 ts Pepper, black, freshly ground 1/4 ts Cumin, ground 1/4 ts Pepper, red ground In medium nonstick skillet, heat oil, add onions, celery, and garlic; cook over medium heat until softened, about 2 minutes. Place vegetables and remaining ingredients in slow cooker; stir to combine. Cook on low setting 4 hours.