Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 1/2 c. minced celery
  • 1 1/2 c. minced green pepper
  • 1 c. minced onion
  • 3 cloves chopped garlic
  • 2 (28 ounce.) cans tomatoes (put through blender or possibly food processor)
  • 3 (16 ounce.) cans red kidney beans, liquid removed and rinsed
  • 1/2 c. raisins
  • 1/4 c. red wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp. chili pwdr
  • 1 tbsp. minced fresh parsley
  • 2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon basil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoon warm pepper sauce
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 (12 ounce.) can beer
  • 3/4 c. cashew nuts
  • 1 c. shredded cheese

Method

  • Heat oil in Dutch oven pan, cook celery, pepper, onion, and garlic till tender.
  • Stir in all remaining ingredients except beer, nut and cheese.
  • Simmer covered for 1 1/2 hrs.
  • Add in the beer and nuts, cover and simmer for 30 min more.
  • Serve topped with shredded cheese.
  • Serves 10 to 12.