Huseman Texas Chili by P.J. & Rita Huseman posted to QHS Alumni Cookbook http://www.qhsalumni.org/recipes/soup/txchili.html Servings: 16 to 18 Ingredients: 8 bacon strips, diced 2-1/2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into 1/2 inch cubes 2 cans (one 28 oz, one 14-1/2 oz) stewed tomatoes 2 cans (8 oz each) tomato sauce 1 can (16 oz) kidney beans, rinsed and drained 2 cups sliced carrots 1 medium onion, chopped 1 cup chopped celery 1/2 cup chopped green pepper 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley 1 tablespoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: In skillet, cook bacon until crisp; remove to paper towel to drain. Brown beef in bacon drippings over medium heat; drain. Transfer to a 5-quart slow cooker; add bacon and remaining ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 9 to 10 hours or until the meat is tender, stirring occasionally.