Spicy Tofu Vegetarian Chili Recipe

Name: Spicy Tofu Vegetarian Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 7 ounces pasta, such as wagon wheel or 7 ounces other small shell pasta, uncooked; 1 1/2 cups finely chopped onions; 1 cup finely chopped green pepper; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon dry crushed red pepper; 28 ounces crushed tomatoes in puree, undrained; 1/2 lb firm tofu, drained and crumbled; 2 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans, drained; 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

7 ounces pasta, such as wagon wheel or 7 ounces other small shell pasta, uncooked
1 1/2 cups finely chopped onions
1 cup finely chopped green pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dry crushed red pepper
28 ounces crushed tomatoes in puree, undrained
1/2 lb firm tofu, drained and crumbled
2 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans, drained
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

1
Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat; drain and set aside.
2
Coat a dutch oven with cooking spray and place over medium heat. Add onion and green pepper; saute until tender. Add garlic and saute for one more minute.
3
Add chili powder, cumin, garlic powder and crushed red pepper; cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute.
4
Stir in tomatoes and tofu. Bring mixture to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 15 minutes. Add beans and cook 10 additional minutes or until bean mixture is thoroughly heated.
5
To serve, place 1/2 cup pasta into each of 6 individual bowls, and spoon 1 cup chili over each serving. Top servings evenly with cheese.

475

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 7 ounces pasta, such as wagon wheel or 7 ounces other small shell pasta, uncooked, 1 1/2 cups finely chopped onions, 1 cup finely chopped green pepper, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Spicy Tofu Vegetarian Chili falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Spicy Tofu Vegetarian Chili

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