Recipe | Black Bean and Lentil Soup

Ingredients:

• 2 carrots, peeled and diced (or shredded)
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 cup lentils (I used green)
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup colby jack cheese, optional

Instructions:

• Combine all ingredients, except cheese, into crockpot.
• Give a good mix around.
• Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 2-4 hours
• Serve in a bowl with cheese sprinkled on top.
• Enjoy!