Vegetarian Chili - Kentucky Living

Ingredients

• 1 medium green pepper, chopped
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 (14 1/2-oz) cans Mexican-style tomatoes, undrained
• 15-oz can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15-oz can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• 11-oz can whole kernel corn, drained
• 1 C instant brown rice, uncooked
• 2 Tbsp chili powder
• 2 1/2 cups water
• Shredded low-fat cheddar cheese, optional