
8 bacon strips,diced 2 1/2 lbs. beef stew meat, cut into 1/2 inch cubes 2 cans ( one 28 ozs., one 14 1/2 ozs.) stewed tomatoes 2 cans ( 8 ozs. each ) tomato sauce 1 can ( 16 ozs. ) kidney beans, rinsed and drained 2 cups sliced carrots 1 medium onion, chopped 1 cup chopped celery 1/2 cup chopped green pepper 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley 1 tablespoon chili powder 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/3 teaspoon pepper In a skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Remove to paper towel to drain. Brown beef in the drippings over medium heat; drain. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker; add bacon and remaining ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 9-10 hours or until the meat is tender, stirring occassionally.