Ingredients

• 2 tbl. Olive Oil
• 1 lg. Onion, cut in ¼" dice
• 1 Green Bell Pepper, cut in ¼" dice
• 1 Red Bell Pepper, cut in ¼" dice
• 1 can Peeled Plum Tomatoes (28oz), crushed
• 2 cans Black-eyed peas or black beans (15 oz)
• 1 can Corn (15 oz)
• 1 bunch Spinach, stems removed, washed and chopped
• 1 tbl. Garlic, minced
• 2½ tbl. Chili powder
• 1tbl. Cumin
• 2 tsp. Thyme
• 2 tbl. Lemon juice
• Salt
• Pepper

Instructions

1. Place the oil, onion and peppers in a large, pot over low heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes or until the vegetables are very soft. Add garlic, cook for 2 more minutes. Add chili powder and cumin; cook, stirring for 1 minute.
2. Add the tomatoes and thyme; simmer over medium heat for 10 minutes. Add the beans and corn; cook stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes longer.
3. Remove from heat. Add the spinach and stir until it is well combined and wilted. Add lemon juice and additional seasoning to taste.
4. Goes well with a grain such as quinoa or basmati rice, and scallions for garnish.
5. Bon Appetit!