Vegetarian Chili

1 1/2 onion, finely chopped

1 - 2 stalks of celery, finely chopped

2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped

1/4 diced jalepeno

2 cups of northern beans

2 cups of kidney beans

2 cups of butter beans

2 cups of any other bean of choice

2 - 3 c. water

7 oz. stewed tomatoes

8 oz. tomato sauce

3 oz. tomato paste

3 oz. chili powder (yes, 3 oz.)

1 tbsp. cumin

6 oz. kombucha (can also use club soda or beer)

1 - 2 bay leaves

garlic or sea salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Saute onion, celery, garlic, and jalepeno until soft and translucent. Add beans and water. Cook 5 minutes. Stir in remaining ingredients (add more water if necessary). Bring to boil. Reduce heat to simmer and cook for 3 hours, stirring often.

*Can use slow cooker - cook on high 6 hours.