Vegetarian Chili with Black Beans
Description
Garnish this quick, easy, and delicious vegetarian black bean chili with your choice of toppings and serve with either cornbread or rice.
Ingredients
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3 (15 ounce) cans black beans
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1/4 cup olive oil
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2 cups chopped onions
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2 medium red bell peppers, coarsely chopped
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6 cloves garlic, chopped
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2 tablespoons chili powder
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2 teaspoons dried oregano
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1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
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1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
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1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
Directions
1
Drain black beans, reserving 1/2 cup liquid. Set aside.
2
Heat oil in a large, heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add onions, bell peppers, and garlic; saute until onions are soft and translucent, about 10 minutes. Add chili powder, oregano, cumin, and cayenne pepper; cook and stir until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
3
Add reserved black beans, 1/2 cup bean liquid, and tomato sauce. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until flavors blend and chili thickens, about 15 minutes.
4
Season to taste with salt and pepper. Ladle chili into bowls to serve.