Black Bean Chili with Cilantro


Course : Chili
Serves: 6 - 8
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Ingredients:


1/4 Cup Dry sherry

1 tablespoons Olive oil

2 cups Chopped onion

1/2 cup Chopped celery

1/2 cup Chopped carrots

1/2 cup Seeded and chopped red bell pepper

4 cups Cooked black beans

2 cups Vegetable stock or water

2 tablespoons garlic Minced

1 Cup Chopped Italian plum tomatoes

2 teaspoons Ground cumin

4 teaspoons Chili powder

1/2 teaspoon Dried oregano

1/4 cup Chopped fresh cilantro

2 tablespoons Honey

2 tablespoons Low sodium tomato paste
 

Preparation / Directions:


In large heavy pot, over medium heat, combine sherry and oil and heat to simmering. Add onions and saute 8 to 10 minutes. add celery, carrots and bell pepper and saute 5 minutes more, stirring frequently. Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Lower heat and simmer, covered, for 45 minutes to 1 hour. Mixture should be thick, with all water absorbed. Serving suggestion: This chili is tasty with a garnish of crushed low salt tortilla chips, grated Monterey Jack cheese, plain non-fat yogurt, or minced fresh cilantro.


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