Ingredients:

• 3 Tbs. vegetable oil
• 1 14-oz. package of firm or extra firm tofu, crumbled
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
• 3 Tbs. chili powder
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
• 1/2 tsp. cumin
• 1 14-oz. can tomato sauce
• 1 28-oz. can whole or diced tomatoes, with liquid
• 1 28-oz. can kidney beans, drained
• 3 Tbs. sugar

How to prepare:

In a large pot, sautee the tofu in the vegetable oil over medium high heat for about 3 minutes. Add the onions, green pepper, garlic, mushroms, chili powder, salt and pepper, cayenne and cumin. Cook until veggies are just barely tender, about 5 minutes. Add the tomato sauce, whole or diced tomatoes, beans and sugar. Bring to a slow simmer. Cover and allow to cook for at least 45 minutes. Enjoy!

Shared by: Laurie, TheBAG Lady