Wednesday Wellness - Vegetarian Chili

Ingredients:

• ¾ c. onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp. olive oil
• 2 tbsp. chili powder
• ½ tsp. basil
• ½ tsp. oregano
• ½ tsp. cumin
• 1½ c. zucchini, chopped finely
• ½ c. yellow squash, chopped finely
• 1 c. carrots, finely chopped
• 42 oz. canned tomatoes, diced
• 1 can (16 oz.) light red kidney beans, undrained
• 2 cans (16 oz. cans) dark red kidney beans, drained
• 8 oz. soy cheddar cheese

• oven
• knife
• large stockpot
• measuring spoons

Directions:

1. In a large stockpot, sauté onion and garlic in olive oil. Cook until soft (several minutes).
2. Add chili powder, basil, oregano, and cumin to the stockpot and mix.
3. Stir in zucchini, squash, and carrots and blend well. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes over low heat, stirring occasionally.
4. Add tomatoes and kidney beans.
5. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes or until thick.
6. Before serving, add 1 oz. of soy cheddar cheese to each serving of chili.