Mom'S Chili - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 c. chopped green pepper
3/4 c. celery
3/4 c. onions
1 can sliced mushrooms
1 1/2 Tbsp. chili powder
3/4 tsp. thyme
3/4 tsp. oregano
3/4 tsp. cumin
1/2 tsp. red pepper
1 1/2 to 2 Tbsp. cornstarch
1 (15 oz.) black beans, drained
1 can red chili beans
1 can pinto beans
2 cans Great Northern beans
1 can whole kernel corn
1 can ripe olives
1 can chopped chilies
2 (16 oz.) tomato paste
3 (14 oz.) cans tomatoes
2 (14 1/2 oz.) chicken broth

Preparation

Simmer 45 minutes to 1 hour.
If too thick, add some water or more chicken broth.
Can also add small pieces of ham.
Add cornstarch just before removing from heat.