1 1/2 pounds ground chuck
2 large onions, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
3 (16-ounce) cans kidney beans
2 (16-ounce) cans tomatoes
1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3 drops hot sauce, or more to taste

Combine ground chuck and next four ingredients in a large skillet. Cook until beef is browned. Drain excess fat. Transfer meat mixture to a slow cooker and stir in remaining ingredients. Cook 9 to 12 hours.