Craig Lefebvre's Pawtucket Chili

 

Serves: 7

 

 

1 Tablespoon olive oil                                         

2 cloves garlic - minced                                       

1 onion - chopped                                              

1 green bell pepper - chopped                                  

1˝ cups Boca Burger or Morningstar Burger Style              

1 teaspoon of thyme                                               

˝ teaspoon of basil                                             

1 Tablespoon of oregano                                           

1 teaspoon of cumin                                                

3 tablespoons chili powder                                     

1 14 ˝ -ounce can tomatoes - diced, cut                       

8 ounces tomato juice                                          

1 cup of tomato sauce                                              

2 15-ounce cans kidney beans - drained and washed              

1 15-ounce can of chickpeas                                      

 

Add oil to deep pan and sauté garlic, onion, and pepper.  Add Burger and stir for 1 - 2 minutes.  Add spices, tomatoes, juice, and sauce.  Stir for an additional 1 - 2 minutes.  Add beans, cover and simmer for 20 minutes stirring frequently.