Vegetarian Or Not Red Chili Sauce Recipes

THE BEST VEGETARIAN CHILI EVER

Steps:

• Place oil in a large pot and place over medium high heat. Add in garlic, onion, diced carrot, red bell pepper, cubed sweet potatoes and green chiles; saute for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently.
• Next add in chili powder, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt and black pepper; stir for about 30 seconds.
• Finally add in crushed tomatoes, broth/water, black beans, kidney beans and corn. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-45 minutes or until chili thickens and flavors come together. Taste and adjust seasonings and salt as necessary.
• Garnish with anything you'd like. Makes 6 servings, about 1 1/2 cups each.

VEGETARIAN RED BEAN CHILI

Steps:

• In a 4-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until heated through. Serve with sour cream and cheddar cheese if desired.

VEGETARIAN (OR NOT) RED CHILI SAUCE

Steps:

• Into a large, heavy saucepan, measure the chile, onion, garlic, salt and pepper.
• Slowly add the broth or water, stirring carefully. Break up any lumps of chile.
• Cook the mixture over medium heat until warmed through, and add the cornstarch.
• Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
• Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• The completed sauce should coat a spoon thickly and no longer taste of raw cornstarch.
• Serve the sauce warm with enchiladas, burritos or other dishes.
• For a "meat" sauce, crumble and brown 1/2 pound of ground beef in pan first, then proceed with recipe.