Black Bean and Rice (or Quinoa) Soup

I had to work late tonight, so it was Mr. Crockpot to the rescue! I've been wanting to try this recipe for quite awhile, and it did not disappoint. Easy and fabulously tasty! Here's the original and my slightly-altered version.

1 medium onion, chopped

3 carrots, diced

2 Tablespoons minced garlic

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

1 1/2 teaspoon basil

1/2 teaspoon chili powder

1/2 teaspoon oregano

1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce (add more if you want the soup a little spicier)

3 16 oz. cans black beans, drained and rinsed

1 15 oz. can diced tomatoes

2 15 oz. cans vegetable broth, plus 1 can of water

1 cup uncooked brown rice or quinoa

Throw everything in your crockpot. Cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours. Makes about 4 to 6 servings. Now, how easy was that?!