Mama Jodi's Chili

Chili on a chilly day, what can I say! Serve it in "Mama's Unsalted Salty Bread" bread bowls or with a side of "Chili Cornbread". Top with Vegan cheddar cheese and Vegan sour cream. I have given you the basics, but chili can be altered in many ways, so make it your own!

- Vegan Mama Jodi

1 T canola oil

1 - 12 oz package meatless ground or shreds (we like Yves)

1 medium onion, chopped

1 clove garlic, minced

1/2 red or green bell pepper, diced

2 - 15 oz cans of crushed or diced tomatoes

1 - 15 oz can red or white kidney beans

1 T ground cumin

1 T chili powder

1 t ground paprika

1/2 t crushed red pepper flakes

1 - 4 oz can of green chilies

Fresh cracked black pepper and Tabasco sauce to taste

In a large cast iron skillet or Dutch oven, saute canola oil, meatless ground, onions, garlic and red bell pepper. Add tomatoes, kidney beans, ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, crushed chili peppers, green chilies, black pepper and Tabasco sauce to taste. Let simmer until all the flavors and aroma drive you crazy, then eat!