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Easy Vegetarian Chili




Source of Recipe


ivillage






Recipe Introduction


Great for veggie lovers! Prep it in 20 minutes and have it ready for eating in 2 hours when set on "high".





List of Ingredients



• 1 15-oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
  
• 1 15-oz can white beans, rinsed and drained
  
• 1 1/2 tsp finely minced garlic
  
• 1 cup minced red onion
  
• 4 tsp chili powder
  
• 1/2 tsp salt
  
• 1/2 tsp cumin
  
• 1/8 tsp oregano
  
• large pinch cayenne pepper
  
• 3 14.5-oz cans crushed tomatoes
  
• 6 tbsp snipped fresh cilantro
  
• 8 tbsp sour cream
  
• 8 tbsp grated Cheddar cheese
  






Instructions



1. Combine all ingredients except sour cream and cheese in a crock pot; stir to combine.
   
2. Place on low heat and cook 6 to 8 Hours. (Of course, if your pressed for time, cooking on high heat for about 2 hours will also work.)
   
   
3. To serve, ladle into soup mugs and sprinkle each serving with Cheddar cheese and a dollop of sour cream, and garnish with fresh cilantro.
   
   






Final Comments


Serving: 6

TIPS: Spices can be adjusted to taste. Use more or less cumin, chili powder, or cayenne to your liking.

For heat lovers: Add minced, fresh jalapeno peppers or chipotle peppers for a smokier flavor to the pot before cooking.

For veggie lovers: Add diced green or red bell peppers before cooking.