easy thick and rich vegetarian 3-bean chili

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39 Pinches
Long Beach, CA
Updated on Jan 8, 2013

This has been my 'go to' chili recipe for over 20 years. It is quick to make, and believe it or not, low fat. At least until I top it with cheese and sour cream!

prep time 5 Min
cook time 20 Min
method ---
yield 6 (1.5 cups per serving)

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 cup chopped green bell pepper (optional)
  • 4 cloves garlic, large/crushed
  • 1 can 28 ounce crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can pinto beans, rinsed and drained (or 2 cups cooked)
  • 1 can blacka beans, rinsed and drained (or 2 cups cooked)
  • 1 can cannelli (white kidney beans), rinsed and drained (or 2 cups cooked)
  • 1 package 10 ounce frozen corn (or 12 ounce canned)
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder (more if desired - i use 4)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregeno
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar

How To Make easy thick and rich vegetarian 3-bean chili

  • Step 1
    Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, green pepper, and garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, until tender. Add small amounts of water, a few tablespoons at a time as necessary to prevent sticking.
  • Step 2
    Add remaining ingredients, mixing well. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, simmer 20 minutes.
  • Step 3
    Quick tip: Keep frozen, chopped onion in your freezer! Makes meal prep so much easier/faster!

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