01 -
Heat medium skillet over medium heat and add ground beef with water.
02 -
Break ground beef into smallest possible pieces while cooking, ensuring very fine texture.
03 -
Drain excess water and grease from cooked beef thoroughly.
04 -
Transfer finely broken beef to slow cooker insert.
05 -
Add tomato sauce and ketchup to beef in slow cooker.
06 -
Stir in yellow mustard and Worcestershire sauce until well combined.
07 -
Add chili powder, salt, pepper, sugar and onion powder.
08 -
Mix all ingredients thoroughly until completely combined.
09 -
Cover slow cooker and set to LOW temperature.
10 -
Cook for 2 to 2 1/2 hours until flavors are well melded.
11 -
Stir occasionally during cooking if possible.
12 -
Check consistency and thin with water if needed before serving.
13 -
Keep warm in slow cooker for serving.
14 -
Store leftovers in airtight container in refrigerator.
15 -
Reheat portions as needed, thinning with water if too thick.