Trying out different recipes for the weekly pot of soup, decided to do a chili this week and since everyone here loves black beans, this was a good choice, thick and hearty, perfect for winter.

2 onions, chopped, about 2 cups

1/2 cup chopped celery

1/2 cup chopped carrots

1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper

3 (15 oz each) cans black beans, drained and rinsed

1 (14.5 oz) can chicken broth

1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with liquid

2 tablespoons pressed or chopped garlic

2 tablespoons honey

1 (7 oz) can tomato paste

4 teaspoons chili powder

1 teaspoon cumin

1/2 teaspoon oregano

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon pepper

Combine all ingredients in crock pot and cook on high for 5 – 6 hours.

recipe adapted from Betty Crocker