vegetable chili ragu

here is a healthy recipe for the crock pot.  the vegetables can be combined with out without the kidney beans to your family's choice.

2 zucchini, 1/2 green pepper, onions, celery, frozen corn, kidney beans, chili powder, parsley, basil, 2 small cans of diced tomatoes, 1 jar of thick chunky salsa.  prepare, chop or combine the ingredients in the crock pot.

if your family enjoys some ground beef, brown the beef and serve as a topping along with the following other suggestions:  shredded cheddar, green onions, and sour cream.   cook the ragu for a minimum of four hours on HIGH and serve in chili bowls with toppings. 

along with the ragu, serve a side salad, crusty bread or tortilla chips and salsa.