CASHEW CHILI

Ingredients

  • 2-3 Cans Beans*
  • 1 Can Diced Tomatoes (796 ml)
  • 2-3 Belle Peppers*
  • 2-3 C Cashews
  • 1 Can Corn
  • 1 Onion, Diced
  • 3 Stalks Celery, Diced
  • 4 Cloves Garlic, Minced
  • 2 TBS Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 2 tsp Chili Powder
  • 1 tsp each Cumin, Basil & Oregano
  • 1/2 each tsp Anise Seeds, Salt & Pepper
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper
  • 2 Bay Leaves
*I use 2 cans of the 6 bean blend and a can of black beans and a yellow, orange and red pepper for variety.

Directions

  1. Heat 1-2 T oil in a large pot over med-low heat. Add celery and onion and saute for about 5 min.
  2. Add peppers and sautee 2-3 min. Add garlic and sautee 2 min.
  3. Add seasonings (except bay leaves and vinegar) and mix well.
  1. Add the corn (drain it first) tomatoes (add liquid and all), beans, apple cider vinegar and bay leaves, cover and simmer 20-25 min, stirring occasionally.
  2. To keep the cashews crunchy, add them just before serving.