Powter chili

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
cupDried pinto beans; or 3c canned beans, rinsed and drained
1mediumOnion; chopped
1Bay leaf
1teaspoonSalt
4cupsWater
1tablespoonOlive oil
cupChopped onion
2tablespoonsGarlic; minced
1largeGreen pepper; cut into cubes
2Jalapenos; chopped
2teaspoonsOregano
1tablespoonCumin
¼teaspoonCayenne
2teaspoonsSalt
2Bay leaves
4tablespoonsChili powder; to 5T
20ouncesCan chopped tomatoes

Directions

Soak dried beans overnight in water to cover. Drain beans and put in pot. Reserve liquid. Add onion, bay leaf, salt, and water. Cook over med high heat for 45 mins, or until beans are tender but not mushy.

Drain beans and save liquid.

In a large skillet over med high heat, saute onion, garlic, and peppers in oil for 10 mins. Add the spices and saute 5 mins more.

Add tomatoes, and beans and cook 45 mins, or until all the flavors are blended.

If chili is too dry, add 1 or more cups of the liquid from the beans and bring to a boil.

18% calories from fat

From Food by Susan Powter Typed and vegetarian converted by Lisa Greenwood Submitted By LISA GREENWOOD On 07-25-95