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Easy Chili



Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 35 minutes 
Makes: 8 cups


 

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups chopped onion
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced or 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 cup prepared tomato salsa
  • 1 can (15oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cans (15oz) whole or diced tomatoes with juice
  • 1 can (15oz) corn, drained 
     

Directions:

  1. Heat the oil in a soup pot over medium high heat.
  2. When the oil is hot, cook the onions, bell pepper, and garlic, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes. The onion should be soft and fragrant.
  3. Add the cumin and stir for one minute.  
  4. Stir in the salsa, bell pepper, chickpeas, black beans, tomatoes, and corn. Increase heat to high and bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Lower the heat and cover the pot. Simmer for about 25 minutes.  
  6. Serve hot and enjoy!