Mexicali  Vegetable Chili

 

      Yield: 8 Servings

 

      1 c  jicama,diced

      1 c  onion,chopped

    1/2 c  celery,chopped

    1/2 c  carrots,sliced

      1    green pepper,chopped

      2    cloves garlic,minced

      2 t  oil

    1/2 c  water

      2 t  beef boullion powder

  1 1/2 t  cumin

  1 1/2 t  chili powder

      2    14 oz cans no-salt whole

           -tomatoes,,undrained, cut u

      8 oz no salt tomato sauce

     15 oz can chili beans,undrained

     15 oz can pinto beans,drained

    1/2 c  cheddar cheese,Shredded

 

In dutch oven saute jicama, onion, celery, carrot, green pepper and

garlic in oil until tender.

 

Stir in water, boullion, cumin, chili powder, tomatoes and tomato

sauce. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cover. Simmer 20 minutes,

stirring occasionally. Uncover. Simmer an additional 10-20 minutes or

until desired consistency and carrots and celery are tender. Stir in

beans. Simmer until thoroughly heated. Serve topped with cheese.