Black Bean Vegetarian Chili

this flavor packed chili could do no harm!

https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/black-bean-vegetarian-chili • Posted by Michelle2states

Equipment Needed: •Medium pot •10” chef’s knife •Cutting board •Grater •Slotted spoon

You will need

Soy Sauce 1 oz Unsweetened Chocolate 1 tsp Salt 1 tsp Cayenne Pepper 1 tbsp Chili Powder 1 tbsp Marjoram 2 Celery Single Sticks 4 Garlic Cloves 1 Onion(s) Large Soy Sauce Sour Cream 1 cup Cheddar Cheese

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Equipment Needed: •Medium pot •10” chef’s knife •Cutting board •Grater •Slotted spoon

Instructions

1. Preparation: 1. Pick over the black beans, then soak them in 8 cups of water for 6 to 8 hours. Drain them and cook in 8 cups of water until tender, about 1 hour. Drain, reserving all the cooking liquid. 2. In a large skillet, sauté the onion in the oil until soft. Add the garlic, carrots, and celery; sauté 3 minutes. Add the bell pepper and jalapeno peppers; sauté 3 to 5 minutes longer. 3. Combine the sautéed vegetables and cooked beans in a large pot. Add the herbs, spices, salt, lemon juice and chocolate. Pour in about 1 1/2 cups of the reserved cooking liquid or as needed to keep the chili loose. Simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. 4. As the chili simmers, place the pumpkin seeds in a sauté pan over medium-high heat. Dry-toast them, stirring and tossing until the seeds glisten and begin to brown. Sprinkle a few drops of soy sauce on them and allow them to cool. 5. Serve in bowls with the pumpkin seeds sprinkled on top. Add sour cream and/or grated cheese, if desired.