How to Make Tomato Chili

Oyster crackers go great with chili!

Chili is a hearty dish that's best served when it's cold outside. This is an easy recipe to make a lighter, vegetarian chili to enjoy all year round. This recipe serves 10.

Things You'll Need

• 7 tomatoes (any variety)
• 2 cans black beans, drained
• 2 cups whole corn, drained
• 1 can tomato paste
• 2 cans tomato sauce
• 1 red jalapeño pepper
• 1 green jalapeño pepper
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• 1/4 cup chili powder

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in large pot over medium high heat.

2. 

   Add bell pepper and onion, cooking until softened.

3. 

   Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste to pot and stir.

4. 

   Reduce heat and add corn, black beans, chili powder and jalapeños.

5. Allow it to simmer at least 30 minutes. Simmering for an hour will enhance the flavor.

Tips & Warnings

• Serve with oyster crackers!

• Use different tomatoes for a better flavor.

• Add more or less peppers to taste.

• Remove seeds from jalapeños for a less spicy taste.