Quick And Easy Meatball Chili - cooking recipe

Ingredients

24 frozen cooked italian meatballs, partially thawed enough to cut through
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon cumin
1 -2 tablespoon chili powder
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
shredded cheddar cheese, to sprinkle for garnish

Preparation

Cut the meatballs into quarters.
Place the cut meatballs in a large pot. Add all the rest of the ingredients (EXCEPT CHEESE). Stir well.
Bring to a gentle simmer.
Cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes.
For the Crockpot: Place the quartered meatballs in the crockpot along with everything else (EXCEPT CHEESE).
Cover and cook on low for about 6 hours or on high for about 4 hours. (All crockpots seem to cook a little faster or slower than others.).
Serve hot with some cheese on top, if desired.