Crock Pot Chili #2

• 2 large mild onions
• 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1 can (8 ounces) beer (secret ingredient)
• 1 large can (32 ounces) kidney beans
• 2 cans (16 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (8 ounces) mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons Hungarian paprika
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons basil
• 2 teaspoons oregano

Instructions:
Slice onions and place in a large skillet. Sauté until they are translucent. Add ground beef and cook until it is completely browned. Drain excess fat from pan well. Add crushed garlic cloves and beer. Let the liquid come to a boil and cook for about 3 to 5 minutes stirring so that nothing will burn. Transfer to the Crock Pot.
Add kidney beans, tomatoes, mushrooms and seasonings. Stir to combine. Cook on high for about 2 hours or until bubbly and the scent fills the house with a luscious aroma.