An Easy Way to Warm Up On a Rainy Day

HEARTY BLACK BEAN SOUP

• 3 Carrots, halved and sliced
• 3 Celery ribs, sliced thinly
• 1 Medium onion, diced
• 4 Cloves garlic, minced
• 15.5 oz. can chick peas, drained
• 15.25 oz. can black beans, drained
• 2, 14.5 oz. cans low-sodium chicken broth
• 15 oz. can crushed tomatoes
• 1 1/2 tsp. dried basil 
• 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp. chili powder

Makes 6-8 Servings

1. Combine all ingredients in slow cooker.
2. Cover. Cook on low, 9-10 hours.

May be served over rice. If you prefer a thicker soup, use only one can of broth, instead.

Garnish with Parsley and some reserved tomato and onion, if you like.