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Vegetable & Bean Chili




Source of Recipe


foodtv Sara Moulten


List of Ingredients




4 large onions (1 pound), coarsely chopped
2 green bell peppers, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
6 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 fresh jalapeno chile, finely chopped (including seeds)
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
Kosher salt
2 (28-ounce) cans whole tomatoes, coarsely chopped, with juice
4 zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
4 (15-ounce) cans kidney beans, rinsed, drained
2 tablespoons chopped unsweetened chocolate
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves


Saute onions, bell pepper, garlic, and jalapeno in oil in a 8-quart heavy pot over moderately high heat, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add chili powder, cumin, and salt and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add tomatoes with juice and zucchini and simmer, partially covered, stirring occasionally, 15 minutes. Stir in beans and chocolate and simmer, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes. Stir in cilantro.

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