• 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

preparation:
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.