Three-Bean Chili | Erin’s Recipes | Umami

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (once around the pan)
• 1 serrano or jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
• 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
• 1 medium yellow onion, peeled and chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14 oz) refried beans, used as thickening agent
• 1 can (14 oz) black beans
• 1 can (14 oz) red kidney beans
• 1 can (25 oz) chunky crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 6 shakes cayenne pepper sauce (ex. Red Hot, Tabasco)
• 1 palmful (2 tbsp) dark chili powder
• ½ palmful (1 tbsp) ground cumin
• salt to taste
• 1 handful fresh cilantro (optional)