Vegetable Chili Boats

Serves 6

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup Fresh onion, peeled, diced
• 1/2 cup Fresh green bell pepper, seeded, diced
• 1/2 cup Canned low-sodium pinto beans, drained, rinsed
• 1/2 cup Canned low-sodium kidney beans, drained, rinsed
• 1 cup Canned low-sodium black beans, drained, rinsed
• 1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 1/3 cups Canned low-sodium diced tomatoes
• 1 cup Low-sodium chicken stock
• 1 dash hot sauce
• 1/4 cup Canned low-sodium tomato paste
• 18 Low-sodium tortilla chips (about 3 oz) -Optional
• 1/4 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese, shredded (1 oz)
• 1/4 cup Low-fat mozzarella cheese, low moisture, part skim, shredded (1 oz)

Directions:

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onions and green peppers. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Add beans and stir to coat. Add chili powder. Stir. Cook for 1 minute for flavors to blend.
2. Add tomatoes, chicken stock, and hot sauce. Bring to a boil. Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes. Add tomato paste and mix well. Cook uncovered for an additional 10 minutes. Bring to a rolling boil for at least 15 seconds. Reduce heat to low and simmer to keep warm.
3. Combine cheddar and mozzarella cheeses (the cheese is a garnish).
4. Place ¾ cup chili in a bowl. Top with 3 chips and sprinkle with about 1 tablespoon of cheese blend. Serve hot.