Vegetable Chili

By cmschnettler

Ingredients

• 3 Tbs. olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 large stalks celery, sliced
• 1 small bell pepper, diced
• 1 ancho chili, diced
• 1 Tbs. ground ancho chili pepper
• 2 Tbs. cumin
• 2 tsp. Mexican oregano
• 1 tsp. ground chipotle pepper
• 2 small zucchini, sliced
• 1 can corn, rinsed & drained
• 1 can black beans, rinsed & drained
• 1 14 oz. can chopped tomatoes
• 2 Tbs. red wine or water
• Grated cheddar, optional

Preparation

Step 1

In large sauce pan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, celery & peppers; saute' until cooked through. Add seasonings, stir & cook a few minutes. Add rest of ingredients. Cover & simmer about 20 minutes. Serve with grated cheddar, if desired.