Vegetarian Black Bean Chili

Vegetarian Black Bean Chili

Vegetarian Black Bean Chili

Ingredients

¼ cup olive oil
2 cups onions, chopped
1 ⅔ cups red bell peppers, coarsely chopped
6 garlic cloves, chopped
2 tbsp chili powder
2 tsp dried oregano
1 ½ tsp ground cumin
½ tsp cayenne pepper
15 oz cans black beans (3), rinsed and drained
½ cup water
chopped fresh cilantro
sour cream
Monterey Jack cheese, grated
green onions, chopped

Directions

Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add onions, bell peppers and garlic; saute until onions soften, about 10 minutes. Mix in chili powder, oregano, cumin and cayenne; stir 2 minutes. Mix in beans, 1/2 cup water, and tomato sauce. Bring chili to boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until flavors blend and chili thickens, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Ladle chili into bowls. Garnish with chopped cilantro, sour cream, grated cheese, and green onions.

Vegan Chili

Vegan Chili

Vegan Chili

Ingredients

15 oz cans black beans (2), rinsed and drained
16 oz jar roasted garlic salsa
1 bunch scallions, chopped
10 oz package super-sweet frozen corn
½ cup cilantro

Directions

Combine beans, salsa and scallions in saucepan. Cover, and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes.
Sire in corn, cilantro and salt to taste, and cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through. Serve hot.

Turkey and White-bean Chili

Turkey and White-bean Chili

Turkey and White-bean Chili

Ingredients

2 tbsp canola oil
1 lb ground turkey
coarse salt
ground pepper
1 large onion, chopped
2 jalapeños, diced
2 tsp ground cumin
1 tbsp tomato paste
19 oz cans cannelloni beans (2), rinsed and drained
14 ½ oz cans reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup water
sour cream (optional)
cilantro (optional)
radishes (optional)

Directions

In large, deep skillet, heat canola oil over medium-high heat. Add turkey, season with salt and pepper. Cook, breaking up turkey with spoon until browned, about 9 minutes.

Add onion and diced jalapenos, cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Stir in cumin and tomato paste, cook about 2 minutes.

Add cannelloni beans, chicken broth and water, bring to boil. Reduce heat, simmer until thick, about 15 to 20 minutes.

Garnish with sour cream, cilantro and radishes, if desired.

Tortellini with Spinach and White Beans

Tortellini with Spinach and White Beans

Tortellini with Spinach and White Beans

Ingredients

9 oz packages cheese tortellini (2)
2 tbsp oil-packed, sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped
3 tbsp oil from the tomatoes
4 shallots, minced
4 garlic cloves, minced
½ tsp crushed red pepper
4 cups fresh spinach, washed and dried
1 cup vegetable or chicken broth
salt and pepper, to taste
15 oz cans cannellini beans (2), rinsed and drained
¼ cup toasted pine nuts
grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain. Toss pasta gently with 1 tablespoon sun-dried tomato oil, and set aside.

Heat remaining oil in same pot over medium heat. Add shallots and garlic, and cook until softened, about 2 minutes. Stir in crushed red pepper.

Remove stems from spinach and roughly chop. Add to pot with broth, tomatoes, salt and pepper. Cook until watercress is limp but still bright green, about 2 minutes. Stir in beans, and heat through for 1 minute. Add reserved pasta, and toss gently to combine. Sprinkle with toasted pine nuts and cheese, and serve. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese.

Mexicali Chicken Chili

Mexicali Chicken Chili

Mexicali Chicken Chili

Ingredients

2 tsp vegetable oil
1 lb skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
¾ cup celery, thinly sliced
3 cans low-fat chicken broth
2 saladette tomatoes, seeded and chopped in ¼” pieces
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tsp red pepper flakes
1 tsp ground cumin
¼ tsp salt
tsp pepper
15 oz cans Great Northwest beans (2), rinsed and drained
1 cup sour cream (optional)
1 cup grated cheese (optional)

Directions

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown chicken pieces; remove from skillet and set aside. Saute onion till translucent; add garlic and cook one minute, stirring to prevent browning. Add celery and cook a further three minutes. Add chicken broth and bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 25 minutes.

Rinse and drain beans. Remove 1/2 cup beans and mash with a fork or potato masher. Add saladette tomatoes, pepper flakes, cilantro, ground cumin, salt, pepper, Great Northern beans and bean paste. Bring chili to a boil and serve.

Jane’s Vegetarian Chili

Janes Vegetarian Chili

Jane’s Vegetarian Chili

Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil
2 cups onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups water, divided
2 tbsp sugar
2 tbsp chili powder
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
14 ½ oz cans diced tomatoes (2), undrained
15 ½ oz can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
15 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
16 oz can cannellini beans or other white beans, rinsed and drained
6 oz can tomato poaste
½ cup reduced-fat Cheddar cheese, shredded (optional)

Directions

Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; saute 3 minutes or until tender. Add 3 cups water and next 8 ingredients (through cannellini beans), stirring to combine.

Combine remaining cup of water and tomato paste in a bowl, stirring with a whisk until blended. Stir tomato paste mixture into bean mixture. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Ladle soup into bowls. Top with cheese if desired.

Idaho Chili

Idaho Chili

Idaho Chili

Ingredients

3 cups cooked pinto or red beans
1 ½ lbs lean hamburger
8 oz can tomato sauce (3)
1 onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, chopped
3 tbsp chili powder
2 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp thyme
1 tsp oregano

Directions

Sauté hamburger and chopped onion, drain. Add to beans with spices, garlic, and tomato sauce. Add salt and pepper to taste. Simmer one hour or until heated and flavors blend.

Idaho Chili Mac

Idaho Chili Mac

Idaho Chili Mac

Ingredients

12 oz ground beef
½ cup chopped onion
½ cup chopped bell pepper
4 garlic cloves, chopped
2 cups cooked elbow macaroni
16 oz can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
8 oz can whole kernel corn, drained
8 oz can tomato sauce
14 ½ oz can chopped tomatoes, undrained
1 tbsp chili powder
1 tsp ground cumin
salt and pepper, to taste
¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese for topping

Directions

Brown beef and drain, sauté garlic add onion and bell pepper and saute until softened. Drain off fat. Add remaining ingredients except cheese; stir well. Simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Spoon into serving bowls and top with shredded cheese.

Ground Turkey Chili

Ground Turkey Chili

Ground Turkey Chili

Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil
2 ½ cups onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb ground turkey breast
1 ½ cups water
1 tbsp chili powder
¼ tsp black pepper
16 oz can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
15 ½ oz can small red beans, drained and rinsed
15 oz can tomato sauce
14 ½ oz can whole tomatoes, undrained and coarsely chopped
¾ cup light beer
cup hot brewed coffee

Directions

Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, saute 3 minutes. Add ground turkey; cook 6 minutes, stirring to crumble. Stir in water and next 6 ingredients from list (water through tomatoes) and bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in beer and coffee; simmer 10 minutes stirring occasionally.

Calico Chili

Calico Chili

Calico Chili

Ingredients

1 lb ground round
1 tsp canola oil
1 ½ cups chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp chili powder
1 tbsp ground cumin
2 tsp minced fresh oregano
¾ tsp salt
1 ½ cups frozen whole-kernel corn
29 oz canned diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup coarsely-chopped zucchini
1 cup water
1 tbsp finely-chopped, canned chipotle chile in adobo sauce
15 oz canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained
15 oz canned black beans, rinsed and drained
6 tbsp sour cream
6 tbsp thinly-sliced green onions
6 tbsp shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Directions

Cook beef in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat until lightly browned; stir to crumble. Drain well; set aside.

Add canola oil to pan. Heat pan over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion and saute 4 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; saute 30 seconds. Add chili powder, cumin, oregano, and salt; saute 30 seconds. Stir in corn and tomatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Stir in beef, zucchini, water, chipotle chile, and beans; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes or until zucchini is tender.

Spoon 1 1/2 cups chili into each of 6 bowls. Top each serving with 1 tablespoon sour cream, 1 tablespoon green onions, and 1 tablespoon cheese.