Valerie'S Meatless Chili Recipe

Name: Valerie'S Meatless Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large can peeled tomatoes, slightly drained of juice; 1 small can tomato sauce; 1 small can tomato paste; 1 small to medium can kidney beans (preferably Progresso or Goya), slightly drained; 1 large onion; 1 medium green pepper; 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil; 4 to 5 Tbsp. chili powder; 1 to 2 Tbsp. cumin (optional); seasoned salt (to taste); 1 to 2 Tbsp. Gulden's mustard; dash of cinnamon; dash of nutmeg

Servings: persons

1 large can peeled tomatoes, slightly drained of juice
1 small can tomato sauce
1 small can tomato paste
1 small to medium can kidney beans (preferably Progresso or Goya), slightly drained
1 large onion
1 medium green pepper
2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
4 to 5 Tbsp. chili powder
1 to 2 Tbsp. cumin (optional)
seasoned salt (to taste)
1 to 2 Tbsp. Gulden's mustard
dash of cinnamon
dash of nutmeg

1
Cut the onion and green pepper into small/medium size cubes (depending on your taste).
2
In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil.
3
Once hot, put in the onion and green peppers and saute. While still in the pot (on low heat), put in tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste and kidney beans.
4
Stir around a bit.
5
Now add in chili powder, cumin, seasoned salt, mustard, cinnamon and nutmeg.
6
Stir well.
7
Simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour (until beans are tender).
8
Good with rice, spaghetti or just by itself. Especially good with sprinkled Cheddar or Parmesan cheese.
9
Will make 6 servings.

222

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large can peeled tomatoes, slightly drained of juice, 1 small can tomato sauce, 1 small can tomato paste, 1 small to medium can kidney beans (preferably Progresso or Goya), slightly drained, and more.

Yes, Valerie'S Meatless 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Valerie'S Meatless Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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