3-Pepper and Black Bean Chili

Recipe Directions

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 each red, yellow and green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can chili style tomatoes
2 cup vegetable (or chicken) broth
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
red pepper flakes, optional
crushed tortilla chips
shredded sharp cheddar cheese
sour cream

1. In a large Dutch oven or soup pot, heat oil on medium high heat. Add onion, peppers, garlic. Stir and cook until onions are tender, about 3 to 5 minutes.

2. Add beans, broth, tomatoes and their juices, cumin, chili powder, and red pepper flakes, if using. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally until the flavors blend, about 10 minutes.

3. Serve with tortilla chips, cheese and sour cream, if desired.