1 tsp olive oil
1/2 cup onion, diced
1/4 cup green pepper, diced
1/4 cup yellow or red pepper, diced
1 clove garlic, diced
2 Tbsp tomato paste
1 Tbsp maple syrup
1 cup water
2 cups kidney beans, cooked or drained from can
1 slice bacon (optional), cut into bite-sized pieces and cooked through, fat drained
Sauté vegetables in olive oil to soften.
Add tomato paste, maple syrup, and water. Mix well.
Pour beans into Crockpot. Set heat to low.
Cook for 4 to 6 hours or until it reaches desired consistency.
Separate into 4 equal servings.
Serve immediately or properly cool and refrigerate for up to 7 days.