New World Chili

From "Better Homes & Gardens"

• Ready In: 10 hrs 25 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
• 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1  cup  peeled seeded, cubed  butternut squash
• 1  medium onion, chopped
• 1⁄2 cup chicken broth
• 1⁄2 cup frozen corn
• 1⁄2 cup dried cranberries
• 1  fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
• 1  tablespoon chili powder
• 1  garlic clove, minced
• 2  cups  shredded fresh spinach
• 4  ounces monterey jack cheese

Directions

1. In a 5-qt slow cooker, combine undrained tomatoes, beans, tomato sauce, squash, onion, chicken broth, corn, cranberries, jalapeno, chili powder and garlic.
2. Cover and cook on low for 10 to 12 hours or on high heat for 5 to 6 hours.
3. Stir in spinach just before serving. Sprinkle with cheese.