2 tbsp Safflower oil
Clove garlic, minced
Green Bell Pepper, chopped
Stalk Celery, chopped
Sm Onion, chopped (1/4 cup)
Carrot, shredded
Med Zucchini, shredded
18 oz Can Tomatoes with juice
15 oz Can Kidney Beans,drained
8 oz Can Tomato sauce (1 cup)
1/4 cup Water
1 1/2 tsp Chili powder, or to taste
1/4 tsp Hot pepper Sauce, to taste
1 tsp Basil
1 tsp Oregano
1/2 tsp Black Pepper
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GARNISH: corn, chopped scallions, shredded Cheddar or Monterey jack cheese, or a combination, optional. In a Dutch oven or 4-5 qt saucepan, heat oil. Saute garlic, green pepper, celery, onion, carrot, and zucchini until crisp/tender, about 3 minutes. As mixture cooks, stir in remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium. Cover and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Top each serving with a garnish, if desired. If you wish, set under broiler to melt cheese. VARIATIONS: - add 1/2 cup whole raw cashews - add 1/2 lb firm tofu, cut into 1/2" cubes ~ add 1 cup cooked corn If reheating, add addt'l liquid, such as water, tomato juice, or veg stock
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