Vegetarian Chunky Chili

• vegetable oil↗1 tablespoon
• chopped onions2 cups
• chopped yellow pepper1⁄2 cup
• chopped green pepper1⁄2 cup
• garlic, minced↗2 cloves
• maple syrup or 1 tablespoon brown sugar↗2 tablespoons
• chili powder↗1 1⁄2 tablespoons
• ground cumin↗1 teaspoon
• dried oregano↗1 teaspoon
• salt↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• black pepper↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• stewed tomatoes, undrained↗2 cans

  (450 g)

• black beans, drained and rinsed↗2 cans

  (450 g)

• kidney beans, drained and rinsed↗1 can

  (450 g)

• pinto beans, drained and rinsed↗1 can

  (450 g)

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Heat the oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

2. 2

   Add onion, bell peppers and garlic.

3. 3

   Saute 5 minutes or until tender.

4. 4

   Add sugar and remaining ingredients.

5. 5

   Bring to a boil.

6. 6

   Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.

7. 7

   Makes 8x1-cup servings.