*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                             Vegetable Chili

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Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Vegetables                       Chili

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1      teaspoon      Olive Oil
   1                    Large Onion -- chopped
   2                    Cloves of Garlic -- chopped
   2                    Medium Carrots -- sliced
   1      cup           Celery -- sliced diagonally
   1                    Medium Zucchini -- quartered
   1                    Red or Green Pepper
   2                    Jalapeno Peppers
   1      can           28 oz, Tomatoes -- chopped
   1      can           19 oz -- Kidney Beans
   1      tablespoon    Chili Powder
   1      teaspoon      Ground Cumin
   1      teaspoon      Dried Oregano
                        Salt -- Pepper
   1      pinch         Granulated Sugar
                        Shredded Mozzarella

In a large 3 quart casserole dish, combine the oil, onion, garlic, carrots and celery. Microwave covered at High for 7 to 8 minutes or until vegetable are almost tender. Add zucchini, peppers, canned tomatoes including liquid, kidney beans including, chili powder, cumin and oregano. Microwave covered at High for 16 to 18 minutes or until zucchini is tender. Let stand, covered for 5 minutes. Season to taste with salt, pepper and pinch of sugar. Ladle chili into warm soup bowls; sprinkle with shredded cheddar or mozzarella and serve. Serves 4.

From The Gazette, 91/02/27.

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