Pace Three Bean Chili Chowder

Ingredients

• 1 large onion, chopped (about 1 1/2 cups)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped

• 1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas, drained

• 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained

• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained

• 2 (15 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 3/4-1 cup picante sauce (I prefer PACE medium)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Optional Garnishes

• shredded cheddar cheese
• shredded monterey jack cheese
• chopped fresh cilantro
• chopped fresh green onion
• sour cream
• additional picante sauce

Directions

1. 1

   Cook onion in oil in large saucepan or stockpot until onion is tender, but not browned.

2. 2

   Add remaining ingredients EXCEPT optional garnishes.

3. 3

   Bring to a boil.

4. 4

   Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes.

5. 5

   Ladle into bowls and garnish individual servings as desired with optional garnishes.

6. 6

   Serve with tortilla chips or flour tortillas warmed on an iron skillet!