Vegetarian Tofu Chili Recipe

Ingredients

3 tbsp vegetable oil

1 14 oz package of firm or extra firm tofu, crumbled

1 onion, diced

1 green bell pepper, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup mushrooms, sliced

3 tbsp chili powdersalt and pepper to taste

1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

1/2 tsp cumin

1 14 oz can tomato sauce

1 28 oz can whole or diced tomatoes, with liquid

1 28 oz can kidney beans, drained3

tbsp sugar

Directions

In a large pot, sautee the tofu in the vegetable oil over medium high heat for about 3 minutes. Add the onions, green pepper, garlic, mushroms, chili powder, salt and pepper, cayenne and cumin. Cook until veggies are just barely tender, about 5 minutes.

Add the tomato sauce, whole or diced tomatoes, beans and sugar. Bring to a slow simmer. Cover and allow to cook for at least 45 minutes.

Enjoy!

Makes 8 servings of homemade chili.

Source: Vegetarian Tofu Chili Recipe