Holy Mole Frijoles (Three Bean Mole)

Ingredients

• 2 cups coarsely chopped onions
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons oil

• 1 (15 ounce) can dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed

• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed

• 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed

• 1 (28 ounce) can chopped tomatoes, undrained
• 1 large bell pepper, seeded and chopped
• 1 cup picante sauce
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/8 teaspoon allspice

Directions

1. 1

   Saute onion and garlic until tender, but not browned.

2. 2

   Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil.

3. 3

   Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for ten minutes.

4. 4

   Uncover and simmer ten minutes more, stirring occasionally. If mixture is too thick, may be thinned with a little beer, broth or water.

5. 5

   Garnish with shredded cheese, sour cream, and chopped green onions if desired.