Vegetarian Chili

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
• 2 (15 1/2 ounce) cans red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (28 ounce) can whole canned tomatoes, drained and chopped
• 1 (10 ounce) package frozen corn kernels, thawed
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon coarsley ground black pepper
• 1 ounce semisweet chocolate

Directions

1. 1

   Heat oil in large saucepan over medium-high heat.

2. 2

   Add garlic, onion, bell pepper, and jalapeno pepper; cook, stirring often, until the vegetables begin to soften, 4-5 minutes.

3. 3

   Add beans, tomatoes, corn, chili powder, cocoa powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper.

4. 4

   Bring to a boil and cook, stirring often to prevent scorching, until beginning to thicken slightly, about 15 minutes.

5. 5

   Remove from the heat and add the chocolate, stirring until melted.