Vegetarian black bean chili

1 cup dried black beans
4 cups water
1/4 tsp cumin
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 sweet onion, diced or chopped
1 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp mustard powder
1 tsp chili powder
3 vine ripened tomatoes, sliced
2 Tbsp tomato paste
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1/4 - 1 tsp salt (depending on taste)
shredded cheese (not included in nutrition info)
rice

Soak beans in water overnight. Drain and discard water; rinse beans. Place beans and 4 cups water in the slow cooker and cook on high for 6 hours, or until tender. Sautee onion, garlic, and spices until fragrant, then add to slow cooker. Add tomato, pepper, salt, and tomato paste. Set cooker on low and cook for an additional 3 to 4 hours. Serve over rice or corn bread/muffins with a few ounces of sharp cheddar cheese.
Makes 6 servings.

Number of Servings: 6

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user DAMIENSMOM09.