Scat, Cat! Vegetarian Chili
Chili Seasoning Mix
| 6 T | Chili Powder | |
| 2 T | Ground Cumin | |
| 1˝ t | Salt |
Step 1
| 1 T | Extra Virgin Olive Oil | |
| 1 | White Onion, chopped | |
| 1 | Green or Red Bell Pepper, chopped | |
| 1 can | Pastene Ground Peeled Tomatoes (27 oz) | |
| 1 can | Diced Tomatoes, drained (27 oz) | |
| Chili Seasoning Mix (above) | ||
| Fresh Jalapenos, sliced (optional) |
Heat oil over medium high heat. When it begins to shimmer, add the onion and peppers, and sauté until the onions are clear.
Add the tomatoes and seasoning mixture and mix thoroughly.
Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 1˝ hours.
Step 2
| 4 cans | Kidney Beans (15 oz) |
Add the beans and simmer for 30 minutes.
Serve immediately. If desired garnish with any of the following: diced red onion, scallions, oyster crackers, cheddar cheese, sour cream.
Makes approximately 1 gallon.
Notes
Better flavor is obtained through blending different ground chilies although you can use a regular chili powder mix.
The heat level of this chili is highly dependent on the chili powder(s) used.
Feel free to mix and match various beans: kidney, pink, cannelini, pinto, etc. Do not use chick peas (garbanzo beans). They are too firm and will not soften.