Author: Kimberly
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
Yield: 6-8 servings
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American
Ingredients
1 lb lean ground beef (90/10 preferred)
1/2 cup water
1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
1/4 cup ketchup
1 tbsp yellow mustard
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp onion powder or 1 tbsp minced onion
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Instructions
Place ground beef and water in a skillet over medium heat. Cook, breaking up the meat into fine crumbles.
Drain excess grease and transfer the beef to a slow cooker.
Add tomato sauce, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, salt, pepper, sugar, and onion powder. Stir to combine.
Cover and cook on LOW for 2 to 2½ hours.
Stir before serving and spoon over hot dogs, fries, burgers, or nachos.
Notes
Add cayenne or hot sauce for more heat.
Brown sugar adds a sweet twist.
Smoked paprika or liquid smoke brings a smoky depth.
Swap some beef with ground pork or turkey for variety.
Vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms can add texture and nutrition.