Ingredients

  • 4 medium zucchini, chopped
  • 2 medium onions, chopped
  • 1 medium green pepper, chopped
  • 1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 c. olive or canola oil
  • 2 (28 oz.) cans Italian stewed tomatoes, cut up
  • 1 (15 oz.) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (15 oz.) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 oz.) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 1/4 c. each minced fresh cilantro and parsley
  • 2 Tbsp. chili powder
  • 1 Tbsp. sugar
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. ground cumin

Method

  • In a Dutch oven, saute zucchini, onions, peppers and
  • garlic in oil until tender. Stir in the tomatoes, tomato sauce, beans, jalapeno and seasonings. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Yield: 16 servings.