Crockpot Chili
 

INGREDIENTS

1 medium onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed (15 ounces)
1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed (15 ounces)
1 can chili beans in sauce (15 ounces)
1 can diced chilies - mild or hot, your choice (4 ounces)
1 can crushed tomatoes, undrained (28 ounces)
1 can diced tomatoes, undrained (14.5 ounces)
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook until onion is tender (about three minutes). Add chili powder, cumin, oregano and cayenne pepper and stir mixture over medium heat until spices are fragrant.
2. Empty contents of skillet into crockpot. Add all remaining ingredients and mix well. Cook in crockpot on low setting for 6-8 hours or high setting for 3-4 hours.
3. Serve with plain low fat yogurt, snipped green onions, lime juice, and shredded cheese (if you're in phase two)