Black Bean Butternut Squash Chili

I took a vegetarian cooking class and got this great recipe.

• Ready In: 1 hr 5 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 1  tablespoon olive oil
• 1  cup onion, chopped
• 1  cup celery, chopped
• 1  cup  red pepper, chopped
• 2  lbs  butternut squash, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 1  lb zucchini, diced
• 2 (19 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 2  garlic cloves, minced
• 2  tablespoons chili powder
• 2  teaspoons cumin
• 1⁄2 teaspoon  crushed  dried chili
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1  cup water

Directions

1. Heat oil in large saucepan; add onion celery and red pepper. Cook over medium heat stirring occasionally until vegetables are soft.
2. Add squashes, beans, tomatoes, garlic, seasonings and water. Bring to a boil reduce heat and cook uncovered for 30-45 minutes stirring occasionally.