SOUTHWESTERN BLACK BEAN CHILI
Makes 8 Servings
1/4 cup dry cooking sherry
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped carrot
1/2 cup seeded and chopped red bell pepper
4 cups cooked black beans - rinsed and drained, canned
1 cup low sodium vegetable broth
1 cup soy milk
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 cup chopped tomatoes
2 teaspoons ground cumin
4 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 cups Veggie Shreds - Monterey Jack and Cheddar Flavor
grated onion for garnish
In a large, heavy pot, heat cooking sherry and oil over medium heat and saut‚ onions until soft
but not browned. Add celery, carrot, and bell pepper and saut‚ 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Add
remaining ingredients through the tomato paste, and bring to a boil. Lower heat and simmer for 45 minutes
to 1 hour, covered. Chili should be thick. Fold in 1 cup of the Veggie Shreds. Garnish with grated onion
and remaining Veggie Shreds.
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