Mexican Black Bean Chili
3 pounds black beans, dry
2 quarts water
1 1/2 cups onions, chopped
1/2 cup green pepper, chopped plus 1/4 cup green pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons chipotle chili pepper
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 quart chili sauce
1/4 cup red pepper, chopped
1/2 cup tomatoes, diced
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon cumin
1 teaspoon lime juice
2 bunches cilantro, chopped
3 cups water or vegetable stock
Boil the black beans in water with onions, 1/2 cup green peppers, chipotle peppers, salt and pepper. Add additional water if needed. Cook beans until slightly tender, then add the 1/4 cup green pepper and remaining ingredients and simmer approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour. Add water as necessary for consistency.
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