Name: Homemade Vegetarian Chili
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4 to 6 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 medium red onion, chopped; 1 large red bell pepper, chopped; 2 medium carrots, chopped; 2 ribs celery, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided; 4 cloves garlic, pressed or minced; 2 tablespoons chili powder*; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika*; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 large can (28 ounces) or 2 small cans (15 ounces each) diced tomatoes**, with their juices; 2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained; 1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained; 2 cups vegetable broth or water; 1 bay leaf; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for garnishing; 1 to 2 teaspoons sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar or lime juice, to taste; Garnishes: chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, tortilla chips, sour cream or crème fraîche, grated cheddar cheese, etc.