Fantastic Foods Chili Mix

VEGETARIAN CHILI

Steps:

• Mince or pulverize garlic.
• Chop onions.
• Chop half of the onion into small (1 cm by 1 cm) square pieces.
• Chop the other half into strips (1/2 cm by 8 cm).
• This is so you get aesthetically pleasing "strips" of onion in the chili.
• Chop the other fresh vegetables into small pieces.
• Saute (covered) the onions, garlic and carrots on medium heat for about three minutes.
• Add the remaining vegetables and continue to saute until the onions are just starting to soften, but before they become soft (about five minutes).
• Add the water and the Vegetarian Chili Mix (entire boxes) and the beans.
• Bring to a boil.
• Add canned vegetables and tomato paste.
• Add spices to taste and stir thoroughly.
• Simmer on very low heat for at least 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Let cool to warm before serving.
• Tastes best if re-heated.
• Serve with grated"sharp" cheddar cheese and generously buttered bread.