2 lbs. ground beef, salted & browned in fry pan
2 (1 lb.) cans tomato sauce
2 (1 lb.) cans kidney beans, drained
2 med. onions, chopped
1 stalk celery, with tops, cut up
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1-2 tbsp. chili powder
1 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper (opt.)
1 (10 oz.) can cream of mushroom soup

Put all ingredients (except soup) in crock pot in order listed. Stir. Cover and cook on low for 10 to 12 hours (high 5 to 6 hours). Add can of soup 20 to 30 minutes before serving. Blend it with a wire whisk. Serves 8 to 10 people.