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Hearty Chili

1 1/2 pounds ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can tomato soup
1 14 1/2-oz can diced tomatoes
1/2 cup water
2 15-oz cans red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
Cook the beef in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until it's well browned, stirring often. Pour off any fat. Stir the beef, onion, garlic, soup, tomatoes, water, beans, chili powder and cumin in a 3 1/2-quart slow cooker.
Cover and cook on LOW for 8 to 9 hours. Or on HIGH for 4 to 5 hours. 6 servings = about 390 calories