Ragout of kidney beans in smoked pepper & tom

6 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1tablespoonVegetable oil
2largesOnions, chopped
3Cloves garlic, finely chop'd
2tablespoonsChili powder*
1tablespoonChopped chipotle peppers in
Adobo sauce, or to taste
2teaspoonsGround cumin
1teaspoonDried oregano
28ouncesCan plum tomatoes (with
Juices), chopped
1largeGreen bell pepper, cored,
Seeded and chopped
1largeRed bell pepper, cored,
Seeded and chopped
2smallsZucchini, trimmed and chop'd
Salt & freshly ground black
Pepper
19ouncesCan red kidney beans,
Drained & rinsed
6tablespoonsReduced-fat sour cream or
6tablespoonsPlain nonfat yogurt
Fresh cilantro leaves

Directions

GARNISH

In a large cast-iron or nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat.

Add onions and cook, stirring, until soft and lightly browned, 5 to 10 minutes. Add garlic, chili powder, chipotle peppers, cumin and oregano; cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add tomatoes, green and red peppers and zucchini; season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil over high heat; then reduce heat to low and simmer, partially covered, stirring often, until the juices have evaporated and vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes. Add beans and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes, stirring often; add water if necessary.

Taste and adjust seasonings. Serve in individual bowls, garnished with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt and a sprinkling of cilantro.