in large skillet cook meat and garlic till brown. drain fat. stir in powder and cumin, cook 2minutes more.

meanwhile. in crockpot combine beans, celery, onion, and green pepper. add undrained tomatoes with chilli peppers, v8, tomato paste and salt. stir in meat mixture.

cover, cook on low 8-10 hours or on high heat setting for 4-5 hours. ladle chili into soup bowls.