"Frankie'S" Chili - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 lb. ground beef
2 (28 oz.) cans whole tomatoes, undrained
7 c. water
2 (16 oz.) cans kidney beans
2 (16 oz.) cans pinto beans
1 (12 oz.) can tomato paste
5 or 6 stalks celery, chopped
2 green peppers, chopped
2 large onions, chopped
4 Tbsp. chili powder
salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Brown ground beef and drain off grease.
Combine all ingredients in a large pot and simmer for about 2 to 2 1/2 hours. Stir occasionally.
Makes about 6 quarts.
Freezes well.