• In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat, warm the olive oil until shimmering. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, carrot, celery and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt. Stir to combine and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and the onion is translucent, about 7 to 10 minutes.
• Add the garlic, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika and oregano. Cook until fragrant while stirring constantly, about 1 minute.
• Add the diced tomatoes and their juices, the drained black beans and pinto beans, vegetable broth and bay leaf. Stir to combine and let the mixture come to a simmer. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally and reducing heat as necessary to maintain a gentle simmer, for 30 minutes.
• Remove the chili from the heat and discard the bay leaf. For the best texture and flavor, transfer 1 1/2 cups of the chili to a blender, making sure to get some of the liquid portion. Securely fasten the lid and blend until smooth (watch out for hot steam), then pour the blended mixture back into the pot. (Or, you can blend the chili briefly with an immersion blender, or mash the chili with a potato masher until it reaches a thicker, more chili-like consistency.)
• Add the chopped cilantro, stir to combine, and then mix in the vinegar, to taste. Add salt to taste, too—I added 1/4 teaspoon more at this point. Divide the mixture into individual bowls and serve with garnishes of your choice. This chili will keep well in the refrigerator for about 4 days or you can freeze it for longer-term storage.

• Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl thoroughly mix all the ingredients together. Taste and correct for salt by taking a tablespoon of the raw mixture and placing it on a microwave-safe plate. Cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
• Press mixture into an 8x5 inch loaf pan. Bake for 60 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160 degrees.
• Let stand 10 minutes before removing and slicing. Pour any juices left in the pan over meatloaf. If needed, leave clear instructions to the clients on how to chill and slice.

• In a small bowl mix together the first 5 ingredients. Rub spice mixture over chicken.
• Pour olive oil and garlic in the bottom of slow cooker.
• Place chicken on top and pour balsamic vinegar over the chicken. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours.

Instructions for Customer:

• Note: This recipe requires a slow cooker. You will need to store it promptly after cooking is complete. This may be after the chef leaves. <<When finished sprinkle with fresh parsley.