Beef - Chili by cpeirson

Ingredients

3-4 cans Brooks Chili Beans (12oz each) 1 1/2 lbs ground beef, browned and drained 1 chopped onion 2 cloves minced garlic 1 large can chopped tomatoes with juice salt and pepper to taste 1/2 c ketchup 2 t chili powder (or more to taste) 2 stalks of celery, chopped * optional - 3 thick slices bacon (chopped) Krusteaz Southern Cornbread

Instructions

Brown hamburger (and bacon) along with onions and celery. Add garlic and saute 2 additional min. Add remaining ingredients, stirring to mix well. Simmer at least 3 hrs.

Prepare cornbread as directed and pour in greased 9" skillet. Bake at 375 for 20-25 min.