Maple Leaf Chili

      Yield: 6 Servings

      2    garlic cloves,minced

      4    onions,chopped

      1 T  oil

      1 T  chili powder

      2 t  cumin,ground

    1/4 t  cinnamon

      3 T  basil,chopped

      1 T  oregano,chopped

      1 T  marjoram,chopped

    1/4 t  cayenne

      1 c  celery,chopped

  1 1/2 c  green bell pepper,chopped

      4 c  tomatoes,crushed

    1/2 c  unsalted peanuts,toasted

      4 c  kidney beans,cooked

      1 T  molasses

      1    salt & pepper

Saute garlic & onions in oil in a large skillet.  Stir in the chili

powder, herbs & spices.  Let cook for a few minutes longer.

Stir in the celery, bell pepper & tomatoes.  Simmer for 15 minutes.

Coarsely chop the peanuts & stir in with the remaining ingredients.