Green Chili Stew

Source: Vegi-Mex: Vegetarian Mexican Recipes by Shayne & Lee Fischer

• 1 Onion, chopped

• 1 Green or Red Bell Pepper, chopped

• 1 clove Garlic, crushed

• 2 Tbsp. Vegetable Oil

• 3 Carrots, sliced*

• 3 Potatoes, cubed*

• 1 can (15 oz.) Stewed Tomatoes, drained

• 2 cans (15 oz. each) Pinto Beans*

• 1 can (7 oz.) diced Green Chiles

• 2 cups Vegetable Broth

• 2 cups Green Chile Sauce (canned, or, make your own!)

• Salt and Pepper to taste

1. In a large pot, sauté onion, pepper and garlic in oil. Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for one hour. Serve with warmed flour tortillas.

2. * For a heartier stew, remove carrots & potatoes and use other beans (kidney or chickpeas).