Ingredients

The following ingredients have 11 Servings
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 ribs celery, diced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder or crushed red pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 (14.5 ounce) cans fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups vegetable broth or water
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 1 lime, wedged
  • tortilla strips

Instruction

  • Heat oil in a 4 quart Dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat until the oil is sizzling hot, about 1 minute. Add onion, garlic, carrots, celery and bell pepper. Sauté until tender, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Stir in seasoning including cumin, chili powder, paprika, oregano, and salt until well combined.
  • Add diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, and broth (or water). Stir well and bring it to a boil, about 5 minutes.
  • Cover the lid and simmer over low heat for 30-35 minutes until thickened to a desired consistency, stirring occasionally.
  • Serve with a dollop sour cream, cheddar cheese, cilantro, tortilla strips, and a squeeze of lime juice if desired.