Crockpot Chili

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 cans (15 oz each) diced tomatoes
• 1 large red onion, diced
• 4 celery ribs, diced
• 2 red, orange, or yellow bell peppers, seeded and diced
• 2 carrots, grated or diced fine
• 1½ cup corn kernels (optional)
• 4 bay leaves
• 2 Tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 2 Tbsp oregano
• 3 Tbsp molasses
• 1 Tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
• Celtic sea salt and cayenne pepper to taste
• 1 cup cool distilled water
• Thickener: 3 Tbsp rice flour and 1 cup hot water