Las Vegas, Baby!

Vegas, here I come! I am headed to Las Vegas for a conference on Wednesday. I have never been to Las Vegas so I am really excited! Plus, I asked my Mom if she wanted to join me while I was there. While I am at the conference, she is going to hang out by the pool and then at night we are going to do dinner and see the sights! A little work, and then a little fun and gambling.

Vegetarian Chili

Tonight I made an excellent Veggie chili. Now, I am not much of a chef, more because I am not a fan of cooking than lack of skills. Usually, when I take the time to make a dish it ends up decent. This afternoon I decided it would be a good night for some yummy vegetarian chili. I am always on the search for new vegetarian recipes since we eat vegetarian every night (well, I eat vegetarian always, but Aaron eats vegetarian for dinner with me).  Here is the recipe! 

Black Bean Chili with Cilantro

1/4 C dry red wine

1 tbs Olive Oil

2 C chopped onion

1/2 c chopped celery

1/2 c chopped green pepper

4 c black beans

2 c vegetable broth

2 tbs minced fresh garlic

2 c diced tomatoes

2 tsp ground cumin

4 tsp chili powder (or to taste)

1/2 tsp dried oregano

2 tsp red pepper flakes

2 tbs honey

2 tbs tomato paste

1/4 c chopped fresh cilantro

Over medium heat, saute onions, green peppers and celery with red wine and olive oil for 10 - 12 minutes.  In another pot combine the rest of the ingredients and then add the vegetables once they are looked. Bring to a boil and then saute for 45 minutes. 

I served over white rice with a scoop of non-fat plain yogurt and chopped cilantro. Aaron agreed that it was the second best chili he has had (first being his Dad's chili) and it's vegetarian! Enjoy!