Warm Winter Chili

This recipe can simmer in the crockpot on low all day.

1 1/2 lb. ground beef

1 small onion, chopped

1 clove garlic, minced

4 small cans tomato sauce

2 (15 oz.) cans stewed tomatoes

1 small can diced green chilis

2 cans chili or pinto beans (drained and rinsed)

2 cans kidney beans (drained and rinsed)

2 pkg. chili mix

Brown hamburger with onion and garlic. Drain. Pour the hamburger and the rest of the ingredients into a crock pot and allow to simmer on low all day. If you are in a hurry, you can also make this in a pot and boil for about 20-30 minutes.

Noodle Bake

I made this quick meal on Sunday night and I'm sure it will make great leftovers on Monday.

1 lb. ground beef

1 small onion, chopped

1 can whole kernel corn

1 can cream of chicken soup

1 can cream of mushroom soup

1 cup sour cream

1 1/2 tsp. salt

3/4 tsp. pepper

1 small bag of your favorite pasta

cheddar cheese

Cook pasta according to package directions, then drain. Brown ground beef along with onion, drain. Add the rest of the ingredients and stir well. Stir in pasta. Pour mixture into a casserole dish and cover with cheddar cheese. Bake at 350 degrees for about 15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.