Hearty Vegetarian Chili with Tomato Infusion

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Hearty Vegetarian Chili with Tomato Infusion warms up your table with a satisfying dish that combines a variety of beans in a rich tomato base, enhanced with aromatic spices. This vegetarian recipe is perfect for American cuisine lovers and is free from common allergens. Its robust flavor profile makes it ideal for cozy dinners or meal prep, serving as a filling option for any occasion. Enjoy it on its own or topped with cheese and green onions for added flair.

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Overview

This hearty vegetarian chili combines a medley of beans with a rich tomato base, infused with spices for a warming and satisfying meal. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this dish is both flavorful and filling, ensuring even the most dedicated meat-lovers won't miss the meat.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

None

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 6

Cooking Time: 70 minutes

Ingredients

• 12 Ounces (oz) package frozen burger-style crumbles, packaged
• 30 Ounces (oz) cans black beans, drained
• 30 Ounces (oz) cans dark red kidney beans
• 15 Ounce (oz) can light red kidney beans
• 29 Ounces (oz) can diced tomatoes
• 12 Fluid Ounces (fl oz) can tomato juice
• 5 Whole onions, minced
• 3 Tablespoons (tbsp) chili powder
• 1.5 Tablespoons (tbsp) ground cumin
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) garlic powder
• 2 Whole bay leaves
• 1 Pinch salt, to taste
• 1 Pinch pepper, to taste

Steps

1. In a large pot, combine the frozen burger-style crumbles, black beans, dark red kidney beans, light red kidney beans, diced tomatoes, and tomato juice.
2. Add the minced onions, chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, and bay leaves to the pot.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
5. Cover the pot and let the chili simmer for at least 1 hour, allowing the flavors to meld together.
6. Remove the bay leaves before serving.
7. Serve hot, optionally garnished with your favorite chili toppings like cheese, sour cream, or green onions.

Enjoy your homemade Hearty Vegetarian Chili with Tomato Infusion!