1 lb. ground beef
1/2 lb. pork sausage, crumbled
2 to 3 cups water
1 medium onion, chopped (big chunks)
1/2 bell pepper, chopped
1 celery stick, chopped
1 can chili beans
1 can stewed tomatoes (slices or halves, undrained)
1 1/2 to 2 cups shell pasta
1 pack of chili seasoning mix
salt and pepper, to taste
1 to 1 1/2 tsp. chili powder (optional)

Combine all ingredients in Crock-Pot. Slow cook on low setting at least 4 hours for best taste results.

Optional: When chili is done turn off Crock-Pot, add 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder, stir and let stand 15 minutes.

Note: Some Crock-Pots may cook better on low-medium setting.

Submitted by: Amy Hanners