Veggie Chili

Ingredients:

• 1 onion

• 2 stalks celery

• 1 bell pepper

• 1 sweet potato

• 1 c fresh corn

• 1 garlic clove

• 1 t cumin

• 1 t coriander

• 1/4 t cinnamon

• 1/4 t chili powder

• 1/2 t dried thyme

• 1/4 t dried oregano

• 1 T cocoa powder

• 1 can(15oz) kidney beans

• 1 can(28oz) fire roasted tomatoes

• 1 t maple syrup

• 1 T Aromatic Bitters

• cayenne-to taste

• sea salt-to taste

Instructions:

1. Heat a dutch oven or a large pot with oil over med/high heat.

2. Sauté the chopped onion and celery for 3-5 minutes.

3. Add the garlic and ALL the spices to the pot. Cook for one minute.

4. Add the chopped sweet potato, bell pepper, corn, beans and tomatoes with their juices to the pot and stir.

5. Add 1 cup of water, maple syrup and the Aromatic Bitters. Close the lid and let simmer for 15 minutes-veggies should be tender.

6. Season with salt and pepper.

7. Serve with avocado, sour cream, pumpkin seeds and tortilla chips.