Game Day Chili

Seasonings, mix in a small bowl and set aside: 2 T ground cumin, 2 T chili powder, 1 t unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 1/2 t ground coriander, 1 t dried oregano, 1 t sugar, 1 t salt

Heat 2 T vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 large chopped onion and sauté until golden. Add 1 minced clove of garlic, 1 chopped medium green bell pepper, add the seasonings and sauté. Add 1 1/2 c tomato juice, 3 c vegetable or beef broth, 1 1/4 c dry TVP, 1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes, 2 15 oz c black beans which have been rinsed and drained. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to blend. Serve with the optional condiments (grated cheese, chopped onions, diced avocado, sliced black olives).

Makes 8 servings

Exchanges: 1 1/2 lean meat, 2 starch

Per serving (about 1 1/2 c): 229 calories, 17 grams protein, 3.3 grams carbohydrate, 5 grams fat

Recipe courtesy of the National Soybean Research Lab, www.nsrl.uiuc.edu