BLACK BEAN, WHEAT BERRY & VEGETABLE CHILI

by Cait on Feb. 27th, 2015

black bean, wheat berry and vegetable chili - a soul-soothing dish that will quickly become a favorite. Packed with warm grains, beans and veggies, it's got something for everyone // cait's plate

With 7 feet of snow on the ground outside, all I want to do is wrap myself in my robe, put on my slippers and eat warm chili.

Even if you don’t have 7 feet of snow piled up above your head on your sidewalks, I promise you will love this dish.  In fact, I might even go as far to say that it will become a new favorite… and I’m not exaggerating.

My sister and I had a 20 minute conversation the other day about just how good it is.  I’ve eaten is more times than I can count this week and I still find myself craving it.

black bean, wheat berry and vegetable chili - a soul-soothing dish that will quickly become a favorite. Packed with warm grains, beans and veggies, it's got something for everyone // cait's plate

It just has everything I love all rolled into one bowl.  Beans, chewy wheat berries, veggies and a little spice.

And that’s BEFORE you top it with some extra sharp or Mexican blend cheese, avocado and plain greek yogurt.

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