Chili Sin Carne w. Homecooked Beans & Tender Bell Peppers - Meatless Chili - Recipe # 132

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: crushed tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes enhance flavor and texture.

kidney beans

🥗Healthier: cannellini beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Pinto beans are often less expensive.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Using water with bouillon is cost-effective.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a budget-friendly alternative.

Soak and cook the black beans until tender.

Heat neutral tasting oil in a large pot.

Add chopped onion, garlic, and fresh chili; sauté until softened.

Stir in diced red bell peppers; cook until tender.

Add tomato puree, dried chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin powder, oregano, and season with salt and pepper; mix well.

Pour in the chopped tomatoes and vegetable stock; stir to combine all ingredients.

Bring the chili to a simmer; reduce heat and let simmer for a while.

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