HEALTHY BLACK BEAN-HOMINY CHILI

Healthy Black Bean-Hominy Chili image

Provided by Sharon Colyer

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 qt good quality vegetable broth (e.g. pacific, kitchen basics or imagine brand)
1 can(s) (14.5 oz) petite-diced tomatoes
1 Tbsp (generous tbs.) vegetable oil
1 medium to large onion, cut into medium dice
1 medium bell pepper, color choice is yours, cut into medium dice
3 Tbsp chili powder
1 tsp each cumin and oregano
2 can(s) (15.5 oz) drained black beans*
2 can(s) (15 oz each) drained hominy*
3 large garlic cloves, minced
1 oz bittersweet chocolate
1/4 c chopped fresh cilantro
*may use different beans, if desired
*use frozen corn, if you can't find hominy
optional fine cornmeal, for thickening

Steps:

1. Microwave broth and tomatoes, in a microwave-safe container, on high power, until steamy hot, about 5 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, heat oil in a Dutch oven or small soup kettle over medium-high heat. Add onions and peppers; sauté, until soft and golden brown, about 5 minutes. Add chili powder, cumin and oregano; sauté, until fragrant, a minute or so.
3. Add beans and hominy, along with hot broth mixture. bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and simmer, partly covered, until vegetables are tender and flavors have blended, about 20 minutes.
4. Stir in garlic, chocolate, and cilantro. Simmer a couple of minutes to blend flavors. Turn off heat, and let stand a few minutes, if there is time. Adjust seasonings, and serve.