Ingredients

1/4 C. water
1 large onion chopped 1 1/2 C.
2 medium red bell peppers chopped 2 C.
2 Tbsp. minced garlic
1 celery stalk diced
1 C. diced carrots
3 C. fresh or canned tomatoes
1 C. V8 or tomato juice
1 can black beans-15 oz. to 2 cans
1/4 C. diced canned green chilies
3 tsp. chili powder or to taste
1 tsp. cumin
1/2 tsp. coriander
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Cooking Instructions

In a skillet over medium-high heat, bring water to simmering, add onions, bell pepper and garlic. Cover and steam 3 minutes. Spoon into crock pot. Add remaining ingredients except salt and pepper. Cook on low 6 to 8 hours, or until stew is thick. Salt and pepper to taste. Serve with rice or potatoes or in a tortilla.

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