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New Years Good Luck Black Eyed Pea Chili

Serves: 4
Cook time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:
1 can (16 oz.) black eyed peas
1 can (16 oz.) yellow corn
1 cup quinoa
1 can (16 oz.) diced tomatoes
1 can (16 oz.) tomato sauce
7 garlic cloves (diced)
1 medium sized onion
1/2 red bell pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano

Directions:
1. Combine ingredients in a pot.
2. Heat on medium heat in pot stove-top with lid on until simmering begins.
3. Remove lid and stir while simmering.
4. Remove from heat after 15 minutes.
5. Serve.
6. Store leftovers in the refrigerator in an air-tight dish.

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