1bell pepper, diced**I used orange but any color will work
3 cloves of garlic, minced
2tbspchili powder
2tspdried oregano
1½tspcumin
½tspdried basil
½tsppaprika**Smoked Paprika is tasty too
½tspcayenne
1(28 oz)can of whole tomatoes & their juices, diced
2(14.5 oz)cans of black beans, drained and rinsed
1(14.5 oz)can of pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1cupfrozen corn
1cupvegetable broth
1bay leaf
1-2tsp sugar, to taste
Sea salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste
Toppings:
Tortilla chips or crackers
Cheddar cheese, shredded
Green onions, sliced
Sour cream
Hot sauce
Instructions
Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Add the onion and cook, stirring often, for 3 minutes.
Add the bell pepper and cook, stirring often for 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic, chili powder, oregano, cumin, basil, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, for 30-45 seconds.
Add the diced tomatoes and their juices along with the black beans, pinto beans, corn, and vegetable broth.
Add the bay leaf, sugar, and season with a bit of sea salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste. Stir to combine and cover with a lid and simmer for 90 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste the chili then add more salt and pepper if needed.
Ladle into bowls and serve with tortilla chips, shredded cheddar cheese, green onions, sour cream, and hot sauce. Enjoy.