VEGETARIAN CHILI 
1 tbsp. safflower oil
1 tsp. minced garlic
1 1/4 c. chopped onions
2 c. crumbled firm tofu
2 c. canned chopped tomatoes
3 c. vegetarian baked beans (partially drained)
1/2 c. ketchup
1 1/2 c. frozen corn
3 tsp. paprika
1 tsp. ground cumin
3/4 tsp. chili powder
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
2 tbsp. masa

Before you begin, thinly slice tofu and lay out on a towel, cover with another towel, let stand for 30 minutes. (Don't let tofu scare you it doesn't change flavor of chili, and it's an excellent source of protein.)

1. Heat oil, garlic and onions in Dutch oven. Saute' until onions begin to soften, then add crumbled tofu and saute' for 4 minutes. Add tomatoes, beans, tomato sauce, and corn mix well. Stir in spices and masa. 2. Cover and simmer over medium low heat until chili is heated through and flavors are combined. Stir occasionally. Cook about 30 minutes.

Serves 8-10.

recipe reviews
Vegetarian Chili
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 Andrea (Oklahoma) says:
I have made a similar chili recipe for my friends who aren't vegetarians. I make it without Tofu (it just freaks too many people out) and add another can of tomatos. Make sure your beans are vegetarian beans, many will use animal products to get the right flavor.
I also substitute the ketchup for a little less tomato paste (about 1 of the small cans). Thats by personal preference, I prefer a strong tomato flavor in my chilis and it helps helps to thicke the chili a little.
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 Philip (Alberta) says:
I'd like to try this recipe, but what is masa? Can it be left out?

 

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