Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 green pepper, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, pressed (or minced)
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 (15 1/2 ounce) cans dark red kidney beans
  • 28 ounces Italian-style diced tomatoes
  • 1 (28 ounce) can water
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 (12 ounce) box soy crumbles (I use boca brand)
  • 2 12 teaspoons chili powder
  • 3 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 12 teaspoons oregano
  • 14 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Method

  • Put first 6 ingredients in large stock pot.
  • Cover and stew 10-15 minutes or until soft.
  • Add beans and tomatoes with all their liquid plus can of water.
  • Work in tomato paste.
  • Add all spices and simmer for 1 hour.
  • Add soy crumbles and cook 10 minutes more.
  • The longer it sits, the better it gets (and thicker) so feel free to make ahead of time.
  • If desired, serve with cornbread and garnish with cheese or chopped onions!