Slow Cooker Chili

INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 lb bulk hot sausage (I use Jimmy Dean)
• 1 1/2 lbs ground chuck (or ground round may be used)
• 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced (optional)
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon chili powder (can use less)
• 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 (30 ounce) can hot chili beans, undrained (can use mild)
• corn chips (optional)
• shredded cheddar cheese (optional)