Cajun Kidney Beans Chili

This tasty, easy-to-prepare version of chili is a great addition to your Healthiest Way of Eating. Beans are a good source of health-promoting dietary fiber as well as a meatless source of protein. Enjoy!

Prep and Cook Time: 25-30 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 1 medium yellow or red bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, pressed
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 TBS chili powder
• 1/2 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp fennel seeds
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
• 2 cups cooked or 1 15 oz can (no BPA) kidney beans
• 1 15 oz can diced tomatoes
• Salt, pepper and olive oil to taste
• Optional: cooked ground turkey

Directions:

1.    Chop onion and press garlic and let sit for 5 minutes to bring out their hidden health benefits.

2.    Healthy Sauté onion and bell peppers for 5 minutes.

3.    Add garlic, spices, tomatoes and kidney beans.

4.    Simmer for 15-20 minutes.

5.    Season to taste with salt, pepper and olive oil.