BLACK BEAN & BROWN RICE CHILI (VEGETARIAN)

Black Bean & brown rice Chili (vegetarian) image

Provided by malinda sargent

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 c brown rice
1 c hot water
1 Tbsp canola oil
1 medium red onion diced
1 green bell pepper seeded and diced
2 stalks celery chopped
2 clove garlic
1 16 oz can crushed tomatoes or 2 cups
1 15 oz can black beans drained
1 Tbsp chili powder
1 Tbsp oregano, dried
1 1/2 tsp cumin

Steps:

1. combine the rice and water in a sauce pan and bring to boil. Cover and cook for 35-40 minutes over low heat until liquid has been absorbed. Fluff the rice and let stand 5-10 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a saucepan and add onion, pepper, celery, and garlic. Cook for 7-10 minutes over a medium heat, stirring frequently. Stir in tomatos, beans and seasonings and cook 10 more minutes over low heat stir once in awhile.
3. Stir in the rice and cook for 15 minutes more. Ladle the chili in bowls serve with cornbread, and add optional toppings such as avacado, sour cream, or cheese.