Ah, Superbowl Sunday. Even for those of us non-vegetarians, a meatless meal can provide a much appreciated break from those saturated-fat-laden-protein-fests that celebratory sports-watching often dissolves into. Chock full of mushrooms, cheese, herb-y tomato sauce, and two types of beans, this hearty chili is healthy yet deliciously filling. Your arteries will thank you.
Vegetarian Chili
1/4 cup vegan Italian white beans
2 tablespoons garbanzo beans
2 tablespoons chopped red bell pepper
2 tablespoons sliced mushrooms
1/4 cup meatless tomato sauce
shredded cheese
cheese crisp and salad green leaf, for garnish
Mix the beans, bell pepper, mushrooms, and tomato sauce in a bowl. Microwave for 2 minutes, until mushrooms are tender. Top with shredded cheese. Garnish with a cheese crisp and salad leaf.
Cheese Crisp
2 tablespoons shredded cheese
Create a small mound of cheese on a plate. Melt in the microwave for 1.5 min, or until cheese is golden and bubbly. Let sit for 1-2 minutes, until crisp. Using a fork, peel the cheese crisp off of the plate for garnishing or snacking.
