Out of this World Vegetarian Chili (Melanie Nisbet)

Ingredients

1 - 15 oz. can kidney beans, rinsed and drained

2 garlic cloves, minced

½ each: red, yellow and green peppers, diced

½ package NOW Real Food® T.S.P. Granules*

2 teaspoons chili powder

2 teaspoons cumin

1 teaspoon oregano

1 teaspoon cocoa powder

Few drops liquid hot sauce

1. Mix all ingredients in a Dutch oven; simmer on stove for 1-2 hours. Can also be made in a Crock-Pot, cooked on low for 6 hours.
2. Ladle into bowls and top with shredded cheese, chopped onions and sour cream if desired.

*NOW items available at your local health food store