Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil

1 medium onion, chopped

1 large green pepper, chopped

2 - 3 jalapenos, chopped

4 cloves garlic, crushed and chopped

1 cup pale beer, vegetable broth, or water

1 32oz can crushed tomatoes

1 14oz can black beans

1 14oz can dark red kidney beans

1 14oz can light red kidney beans

1 14oz can vegetarian refried beans

2 tbsp Costco taco seasoning

1 tbsp ground cumin

2 tbsp ancho chili powder

1 tablespoon Tabasco coarse salt to taste

1 packet sazon

1 tsp achioto powder

1 tbsp adobo powder

3 bay leaves

1 tsp cayenne chili pepper powder

Preparation

  1. Over moderate heat, add oil to a deep pot and combine onion, peppers, and garlic. Saute until onions are starting to become golden.
  2. Deglaze pan with beer, broth, or water.
  3. Add tomatoes, black beans, dark and light red kidney beans, stirring to combine.
  4. Add all the seasonings to the chili except for salt.
  5. Thicken chili by stirring in refried beans.
  6. Simmer over low heat about 30 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid scorching.
  7. Taste the chili and add salt to your liking. Simmer 10 minutes longer.