Vegetarian Chili - or, Chili Not Con Carne

2 tbsp olive oil


1 onion


1 minced garlic,


2 tsp. chili powder (or more if you want it)


1/2 pound of Morning Star Vegetarian Ground Beef Crumbles


(or any kind of vegetarian mince)


2 cups vegetable stock (near the chicken stock and beef stock in the grocery shelves, or use the bullion cubes)


1 16 oz. can of crushed tomatoes including the liquid


1 16-oz can red kidney beans, drained

Optional:1-2 canned mild green chiles, drained and chopped

Saute the onion in the olive oil for few minutes, then add garlic, chili powder and veggie crumbles. Stir and brown for 5 minutes. Add the veggie stock,tomatoes and their liquid. Simmer for about 20 minutes, covered.


Add the kidney beans (and green chiles if you like it hot) and simmer 15 minutes longer.


Doesn't need a lot of salt, but season to taste.

Serve with fun toppings: soda crackers, cheese, green chiles, or tabasco on top.

Can also simmer in a crock pot.