Ingredients

  • 3 cups red kidney beans dry
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil optional
  • 1 large onions slice thin
  • 4 cloves garlic mince
  • 1 each green bell peppers chop
  • 1 cup cabbage chop coarse
  • 1/2 cup red skinned potatoes unpeeled, dice
  • 10 ounces tomatoes, canned with juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 cup spanish brown rice uncooked
  • 5 x water
  • 1 x salt and black pepper
  • 1 x cheese grated, for garnish

Method

  • Soak beans overnight in cold water to cover.
  • Drain.
  • Put beans in slow cooker.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil or a small amount of liquid; saute onion and garlic until soft, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Add bell pepper, cabbage, potatoes, tomatoes, chili powder and cumin.
  • Continue cooking, stirring frequently, for 3 minutes; transfer to slow cooker.
  • Add rice and water or broth, cover and cook on low 6 to 8 hours or until chili is thick and rice and beans are tender.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Garnish with cheese, if desired.