Vegetarian Chili

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups onions, chopped
• 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cups bell peppers, diced
• 2 teaspoons jalapeno peppers, minced
• 2 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 (19 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon basil
• 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 1/2 cup vegetable broth or water
• 1/2 cup salsa
• 1 1/2 cups corn

Directions

1. 1

   In a large saucepan, saute the onion and garlic in olive oil until softened, 3 to 4 minutes.

2. 2

   Add bell peppers and jalapenos (or chopped green chilies), saute until softened.

3. 3

   Add chili powder, cumin and basil; heat for 1 minute.

4. 4

   Add tomatoes with juice to the pan, along with broth or water and salsa- Bring to a boil.

5. 5

   Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally until slightly thickened, about 10 minutes.

6. 6

   Add beans and corn- Simmer for 8 minutes.