4 lbs. ground beef
4 cans (30 oz.) small red beans (I use Hunts you can use other beans but these are best)
2 cans (30 oz.) tomatoes, chopped with juice
2 med. onions, chopped
4 tbsp. chili powder
Pinch of sugar

Brown meat. Put in large kettle. Saute onion in butter. Set aside. Add beans and tomatoes to meat add sugar. Start to simmer. Tasting as you go add onions and chili powder. Simmer an hour or so.