Three Bean Chili

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• Ingredients:
• 2 red bell peppers 
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 
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  1 cup chopped onion 
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1/2 tbsp cajun spice powder (optional)
• 1/2 tbsp crushed red pepper (chili powder)
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 2 cups organic vegetable broth
• 1 cup  cubed peeled summer squash 
• 1 cup chopped tomatoes
• 1 can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can red kidney beans, rinsed and drained 
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions (optional)

Preparation Time:  15-20mins

Cooking Time:  30-45 mins

Method:

1. 1. Preheat broiler.
2. 2. Cut bell peppers in half lengthwise. Remove and discard seeds and membranes. Place pepper halves, skin sides up, on a foil-lined baking sheet. Broil 15 minutes or until blackened. Place pepper halves in a ziploc  bag and seal. Let stand 15 minutes. Peel and chop peppers.
3. 3. Heat a Stockpot over medium-low heat.  You can find one here
4. 4. Add oil to pot and swirl to coat. 
5. 5. Add onion; cook 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. 
6. 6. Stir in cumin , garlic, crushed pepper powder, cajun powder, salt ; cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently. 
7. 7.Add bell peppers, broth, squash, and tomatoes; bring to a simmer. 
8. 8.Cook 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. 
9. 9. Add beans; simmer 25 minutes or until slightly thick, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with green onions.
10. 10. Serve with bread