THREE-BEAN VEGGIE CHILI

Three-Bean Veggie Chili image

I adapted a recipe that my sister gave me to suit my family's tastes. The bulgur has a nice texture, making it a great substitute for meat. Because I find that this chili is even better the next day, I recommend making it a day ahead. -Tari Ambler, Shorewood, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings (3-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 22

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium onions, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1/3 cup tomato paste
4 garlic cloves, minced
4-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) vegetable broth
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted crushed tomatoes
1 cup bulgur
1 large carrot, finely shredded
Shredded cheddar cheese, optional

Steps:

In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onions, celery and green pepper; cook and stir until crisp-tender, 6-8 minutes. Add tomato paste, garlic and seasonings; cook 2 minutes longer., Stir in remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened and bulgur is tender, 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. If desired, serve with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1348mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 13g protein.