Irene Pastore Fitness

INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 cup boiling water
• 1/2 cup texturized vegetable protein
• 1 chopped onion
• 1 diced green bell pepper
• 2 large minced garlic cloves
• 1/2 cup water or vegetable stock
• 2 15-ounce cans pinto beans
• 1 15-ounce can tomato sauce
• 1 cup fresh or frozen corn
• 1- 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne

INSTRUCTIONS

• Pour boiling water over the texturized vegetable protein and let stand until soft. Set aside.
• In a skillet, saute onion, bell pepper, and garlic until the onion is soft. Add the vegetable protein and remaining ingredients. Stir and combine mixture. Allow to simmer over low flame for 30 minutes.
• Serves 8