* Exported from MasterCook * Meatless Chili Recipe By :Produce for Better Health Foundation and 5 a Day Serving Size : 18 Preparation Time :3:30 Categories : Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 1 cup celery -- chopped 4 cups onions -- chopped 3 garlic cloves -- chopped 8 cups canned tomatoes -- unsalted 6 1/4 cups cooked kidney beans 1 cup fresh parsley -- chopped 1/4 cup unsalted tomato paste 3 teaspoons vegetable oil 1 teaspoon chili powder -- to taste (1 to 3) 1 teaspoon black pepper 10 cups water 3 cups brown rice -- uncooked Recipe can be halved and made in electric stockpot. Freezes well. Combine all ingredients except rice in 8-quart stockpot. Bring to a boil. Reduce to medium heat and cook partially covered for 3 to 3-1/3 hours stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, cook rice in 3-quart saucepan according to package directions. Set aside. To serve, place 1/2 cup rice in bowl and top with 1-1/2 cups chili. Note: Fresh or frozen tomatoes may be used in place of the canned. From: "tranch" Newsgroups: rec.food.recipes Date: 19 Feb 2001 13:43:21 GMT