Ingredients

1 Tbs olive oil (or your favorite oil)

1 large onion, chopped

2 stalks celery, chopped

2 large carrots, chopped

Seasonings:

1 1/2 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp smoked paprika

1 tsp chili powder

1/2 tsp cumin

1/2 tsp chipotle seasoning

fresh black pepper to taste

1 c uncooked quinoa

1 15 oz. can no salt added diced tomatoes

1 6 oz. can no salt added tomato paste

6 c water (or low/no sodium veggie broth/stock)

1/4 c red cooking wine

1 Tbs lower sodium tamari or soy sauce

2 Tbs lemon juice

1 tsp agave (or your favorite sweetener)

1/2 tsp salt

about 18 c (1/2 a pound) kale leaves, large stems removed