Salsa Verde Chili

Salsa Verde is made with tomatillos, and provides a nice tartness in this chili. Serve with shredded cheese or chopped cilantro on top.

Serves 4-6.

Ingredients:

• 2 Tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced
• 1 Tbsp mild chili powder
• 1 Tbsp dry cilantro
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 4 c vegetable broth
• 1-15 oz can diced tomatoes
• 2 c mild green salsa, canned or fresh
• 3 c pinto beans, partially mashed
• 1/2 c fresh parsley, minced

Directions:

1. In a large heavy pot, heat the oil over medium flame. Saute the onion and bell pepper for 3 minutes, adding the salt.
2. Add garlic and jalapeno peppers and saute another minute. Stir in the chili powder, cilantro and cumin and stir a few seconds.
3. Pour in the diced tomatoes, green chili salsa, vegetable broth, pinto beans, and parsley and stir well. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer about 45 minutes, stirring often. Serve hot.