Megs Fabulous Veggie Chili

Prep Time: 30 Minutes

Cook Time: 120 Minutes

Ready In: 150 Minutes

Servings: 8

This is a savory veggie chili that is more like a stew... it's a thick, FLAVORFUL, comfort-food kind of dish. I made this one up this weekend when I needed something fun for a crowd and it was a major hit with everyone- even the meat heads and I am not a veterinarian, but I love to eat like I am sometimes- and this one was definitely a winner!!! Enjoy!

Ingredients:

2 (15 ounce) cans black beans (drained and rinsed)

1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn (drained)

1 (15 ounce) can hunts diced tomatoes with jalapeno peppers (do not drain)

1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce

2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste with basil garlic and oregano (already in the paste- i think hunts makes it)

5 stalks celery, sliced into 1/4-inch pieces

4 large carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/4 inch pieces

3 bell peppers, all seeded and diced (i used 1 each ( red, yellow, and orange)

1/2 yellow onion, chopped

1/4 cup dark brown sugar

1/2 dark chocolate (use a high cocoa content- i used 60%)

1/4 cup honey

5 large fresh basil leaves, minced

2 teaspoons minced garlic

1 tablespoon hot sauce (i used sriracha- amazing hot sauce)

1/2 teaspoon white pepper

1 tablespoon dried oregano

2 teaspoons chili powder

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1/2 cup water

Directions:

1. Mix all ingredients in a large pot on the stove; simmer on a low hear for at least two hours before serving!
2. Serve with sour cream and grated sharp cheddar cheese!
3. If you want a thinner consistency, just add more water as needed.

By RecipeOfHealth.com