EASY THREE-BEAN CHILI

Prep. time: 10 minutes   Cook time:  30 minutes stovetop or 4 hours crockpot  Yield: 10 cups

Ingredients:

• 1  15 oz. can pinto beans*                                   
• 1  15 oz. can black beans*                             
• 1  15 oz. kidney beans*                               
• 2  15 oz. cans tomato sauce*                                     
• 1  15 oz can diced tomatoes*                              
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 TBSP minced garlic
• 1 TBSP or more southwest chipotle seasoning, salt-free                

Servings:  5   2-cup servings.

*Low-sodium or no-added-salt, if desired  

*Rinse and drain beans. Place all ingredients in 4-quart pot or crockpot.

Stovetop Cooking:

Bring to boil on medium-high heat; reduce heat to low; simmer 30 minutes.

Crockpot Cooking: 4 hours on low setting.

Optional toppings:                                              

• Shredded cheese, reduced fat                                 
• Sour cream, low fat                                                
• Chopped green onions                                           
•  Chopped cilantro

Recommended Side Dishes:

• Cornbread or blue tortilla chips  
• Fresh vegetables or salads
• Mixed fruit