Ultimate Vegetarian Chili


    3 Tbsp. olive oil
    3 chopped onions
    1 Tbsp. chili powder
         1 Tbsp. ground cumin
         1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
         2 peppers, chopped
         3 garlic cloves, chopped
         3 Tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder
         1 large can, undrained, of tomatoes, chopped
         1 c. water
         1 can red kidney beans, rinsed & drained
         1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
         2 cups fresh or frozen corn
         1/2 c. bulgur or rice
         salt and pepper
         cilantro (optional)

    In a large pan, sauté the onions and spices. Add peppers and garlic for 1 min. Add cocoa,
    tomatoes, and water; bring to a boil. Add kidney and black beans, corn and bulgur. Reduce heat
    to low and simmer, uncovered, for 15 min. or until bulgur is cooked. Add salt and pepper to taste.
    To serve, sprinkle with cilantro.

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