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Note: This is best made ahead (up to three days) so the flavors can meld; add parsley just before serving.
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Christine’s Vegetarian Chili

Prep: 4 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 (1.7-ounce) package chili seasoning
1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (15.25-ounce) can yellow corn, rinsed and drained
2 (15-ounce) cans chili beans, undrained
1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Toppings: Hot sauce, chopped onions, sour cream, shredded Cheddar cheese

1. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven or soup pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and next 3 ingredients; sauté 5 minutes or until tender.

2. Stir in chili seasoning and next 5 ingredients. Cook 15 minutes or until heated through. Stir in parsley. Serve with toppings, if desired. Makes 11 cups.

Note: This is best made ahead (up to three days) so the flavors can meld; add parsley just before serving.

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Note: This is best made ahead (up to three days) so the flavors can meld; add parsley just before serving.

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