Corn 'N Beans
Chili
- 2 tablespoons vegetable
oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, crushed
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
2 (16-ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained
2 cups water
1 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon crushed dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- Heat oil in a large heavy
skillet over medium-high heat until a drop of water sizzles when
dropped into the oil. Sauté onion and garlic until onions
are fragrant and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add green pepper
and sauté until soft and beginning to brown, 5 to 7 minutes;
add kidney beans, corn, water and tomato paste. Stir in oregano,
red pepper flakes and cumin.
- Bring chili to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes; serve hot.
Makes 6 servings.
Tip: For toppings, set
out small bowls of a combination of the following: shredded cheddar
cheese, sour cream, finely chopped onion, green onions, chopped
fresh tomatoes, chopped fresh cilantro and/or minced jalapeños.