1 1/2 lbs. beef stew meat, cubed
1 med. onion, chopped
1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste
1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
1 can kidney beans
1 to 2 tbsp. chili powder
1/2 to 1 tsp. Tabasco or hot sauce

Traditional way - Brown meat in 2 tablespoons oil. Add onion and cook until tender. Add remaining ingredients and 2 1/2 cups water. Stir, cover and simmer 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.

Slow-cooked way - Place all ingredients in electric cooker. Mix well and cover. Slow-cook 8-10 hours or on high for 4-5 hours. Serves 4.