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Chunky Vegetarian Chili

Source of Recipe

Usarice.com


1 Tbs oil
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 (14 1/2 oz) cans Mexican style tomatoes, undrained
1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 oz) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 (11 oz) can whole-kernel corn, drained
3 cups water
1 cup uncooked brown rice
1 Tbs chili powder
1 tsp cumin
Shredded Cheddar or Jack cheese, optional
Sour cream, optional

Heat oil in 3 qt saucepan oved medium-high heat. Saute' green pepper, onion and garlic 5 minutes or until tender. Add tomatoes, beans, corn, water, rice, chili powder and cumin, stir well, bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until rice is tender. Top with shredded cheese and sour cream, if desired.