Mixed Bean Chili

Ingredients

• 2 - 3 lbs. dry bean mix, soaked overnight & drained
• 6 lbs. canned tomatoes (I prefer a diced/pureed combination)
• 1 lb. italian chicken sausages, lean ground beef, or other meat
• 2 - 3 bay leaves
• 2 onions
• 4 celery stalks
• 5 garlic cloves
• 2 green peppers
• 10 - 12 white mushrooms
• 1/4 cup mild chili powder
• 1/8 cup cumin
• 1/2 tsp. hot chili powder
• 1 tsp. oregano
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. freshly cracked black pepper
• 1/2 tsp. freshly grated ginger
• 1 tsp. lime juice
• 2 tsps. oil