Best "Texas" Chili - Weight Watchers Favorite

4 ts Oil, olive

2 c Onions; chopped

1 c Celery; finely chopped

3 Garlic cloves

1 lb Beef, ground, lean; broiled

2 c Tomatoes, plum Italian

-(canned, reserve liquid) - chopped 2 c Tomato sauce

12 oz Beans, Kidney red

- cooked and drained 12 oz Beans, Pinto

- cooked 2 tb Sugar, granulated

3 Bay leaves

3 Allspice, whole

1 tb Chili Powder

1 ts Oregano, dried

1/2 ts Pepper, black

-freshly ground 1/4 ts Cumin, ground

1/4 ts Pepper, red ground

In medium nonstick skillet, heat oil, add onions, celery, and garlic; cook over medium heat until softened, about 2 minutes. Place vegetables and remaining ingredients in slow-cooker; stir to combine. Cook on low setting 4 hours.