Beef and Beans

Serves: 8
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook on Low: 7-8 hours

lb lean beef roast, cut up into several chunks (pot or chuck)
1pound dry pinto beans, cleaned and rinsed
½onion, chopped (optional)
1teaspoon chili powder
1teaspoon cumin powder
1teaspoon salt
½teaspoon black pepper
½teaspoon garlic powder
18-ounce can tomato sauce
6cups water

1. Combine all ingredients in slow cooker.  Cook on low for 7 to 8 hours. Remove any excess oil and water with a spoon. Add small amount of water if mixture is too dry. Liquid level should be just below meat and beans. Shred meat and stir.  Serve with warm flour tortillas and cheese.

Per Serving: 279 cal., 4 g fat (2 g sat. fat), 56 mg chol., 524 mg sodium, 393 mg pot., 39 g carb., 5 g sugar, 9 g fiber, 30 g pro.