All-Day Beans and Beef Chili

2 1/2 lbs beef stew meat, cut in 3/4 inch pieces

2 (14 1/2 oz)cans diced tomatoes with garlic and onions; don’t drain

1(14 1/2 oz)can white beans, rinsed and drained

1 (15 1/2 oz)can kidney beans, rinsed and drained

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp pepper

1 (16 oz)jar prepared picante sauce or thick and chunky salsa

2 tsp chili powder

Fat-free sour cream for garnish

In slow cooker, combine beef, tomatoes, both beans salt & pepper, mix thoroughly. Cover and cook on low 8 to 9 hours or until beef is tender. Do no stir. Divide mixture in half (about 5 cups each). Store in refrigerator or freeze one-half. In a large saucepan, combine one half with picante sauce or salsa and chili powder. Cook over medium heat 5 to 6 minutes. Ladle into bowls and garnish with sour cream if desired.