Ingredients

2 medium onions, chopped

1 red bell pepper, chopped

1 jalapeño pepper, chopped

8 oz. fresh mushrooms, chopped

3 T pure chili powder

1 T cumin

1 t red pepper flakes

2 t garlic powder

1 t dried oregano

2 jars crushed tomatoes (24 oz)

2-3 T tomato paste

1 cup texturized vegetable protein

1/4 cup water

1 can kidney or other beans

Optional: grated cheddar cheese, scallions, sour cream

Preparation

  1. Saute onions, peppers and mushroom until all soft and wilted.
  2. Add spices and stir about 1 minute.
  3. Add tomatoes, tomato paste, TVP and water. Let simmer 2 hours. Add water or vegetable broth if it gets too thick.
  4. Add beans before serving.
  5. Put out optional toppings and serve over rice, corn bread or spaghetti.