Hearty Tex-Mex Chili

• 1-1/2 pounds ground beef
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 5 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup V8 juice
• 1/4 cup brewed coffee
• 2 envelopes chili seasoning
• 1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
• 1 can (15 ounces) Ranch Style beans (pinto beans in seasoned tomato sauce)
• 2 tablespoons ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice

1. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in the tomatoes, water, juice, coffee and chili seasoning.
2. Transfer to a 4-qt. slow cooker. Stir in remaining ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours to allow flavors to blend.

ground beef, onion, garlic, tomatoes, water, coffee, chili seasoning, beans, beans, ground cumin, chili powder, lemon juice

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/hearty-tex-mex-chili/ (may not work)