Ultimate Vegetarian Chili

  • 3 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 3 chopped onions
  • 1 Tbsp. chili powder
  • 1 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper
  • 2 bell peppers, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 2 tsp. unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 32 oz. can, undrained, of tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 C. water
  • 1 15 oz. can red kidney beans, rinsed & drained
  • 1 15 oz. can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • salt and pepper

In a large pan, sauté the onions and spices. Add peppers and garlic for 1 min. Add cocoa, tomatoes, and water; bring to a boil. Add kidney and black beans. Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 15 min. Add salt and pepper to taste. To serve, sprinkle with cilantro.