This is THE BEST comfort food, no guilt required. We make this in big batches (double or even triple the recipe) and freeze some so that we always have it on hand through the winter months.

What You'll Need:

2 Tbsp olive oil

1 large onion, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tsp cider vinegar
1 15-oz can tomato sauce
1 15-oz can chopped tomatoes
4 cans beans, any variety, drained & rinsed*

OPTIONAL: 2 jalapeno peppers, minced

1 can filtered water (just use an empty bean can, obvi)

2 Tbsp chili powder
2 tsp cumin
2 tsp oregano

1 tsp sea salt
1/4 c honey, local to your area

Saute onion and garlic in olive oil until aromatic.

Add remaining ingredients, bring to a low simmer.

Cover and cook on low for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to marry.

Serves 6. Perfect topped with a light sprinkle of raw cheese, a dollop of sour cream or plain Greek yogurt.