Ingredients

3/4 c. wheat berries

2 large carrots

1 medium red onion

1 clove garlic

1 can crushed tomatoes

1 can tomato purée

2 tsp. dried oregano

2 tsp. ground cumin

1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper

kosher salt

2 can kidney, pinto, or black beans

1 package frozen corn kernels

1 bell pepper (red or green)

1 tsp. jalapeño hot sauce

sour cream

Grated Cheddar

tortilla chips

Preparation

Step 1Rinse and drain the wheat berries and place them in a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker. Add the carrots, onion, garlic, tomatoes, tomato purée, oregano, cumin, cayenne, and 1/2 teaspoon salt; mix to combine. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours.Step 2Stir in the beans, corn, bell pepper, and hot sauce and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Serve with the sour cream, Cheddar, tortilla chips, and additional hot sauce, if desired.