Absolutely Simple Chili with Beans

Ingredients (use vegan versions):

• 1 package (about 1 lb) veggie ground round (I use Yves)
• 2 cans tomato sauce
• 1 can tomato paste
• 4 cans of beans (I use a variety: Northern, Kidney, Pinto.)
• 2 cloves garlic- minced
• chili powder to taste

Directions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a slow cooker. You can adjust the amounts of anything to your taste. I like my chili thicker so I only use 2 cans of tomato sauce.

2. Slow cook for at least 4 hours for best results.

3. This can be served as is; with toppings; over pasta... you get the point.

4. Add or change an ingredient... this is just my simple starter chili.

Serves: 6-8

Preparation time: 15 minutes