Vegetarian Chili

Great

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

• Prepare ingredients ahead of time: finely dice the vegetables, measure seasoning, and open all the cans. Drain the juice from the beans. Lightly mash or pulse fire roasted tomatoes in food processor.

Step 2

• Preheat a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add oil and saute onions, carrots, and celery first until it starts to soften.

Step 3

• Add peppers, jalapenos, and fresh tomatoes to the pot and cook for a few minutes.

Step 4

• Make a little well in the middle and add pressed (or minced) garlic. Let it saute until fragrant and mix it all together.

Step 5

• Sprinkle all seasonings but salt over the veggies, mix it well, and saute for a couple of minutes.

Step 6

• Pour in tomato sauce, beans, and fire roasted tomatoes. Mix well.

Step 7

• Bring the mixture to simmer and lower the heat to low. Cover the pot with a lid.

Step 8

• Cook for about 15-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Add salt to taste and serve with desired toppings.