Kickin' vegetarian chili recipe

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You can still enjoy a delicious bowl of chili even if you have switched to a vegetarian lifestyle. I have been told this recipe is so good, you don't even realize it is meat free. To make it vegan friendly, replace the honey with agave nectar or brown sugar.

KICKIN' VEGETARIAN CHILI 
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup TVP (texturized vegetable protein) 
  • 1 cup water 
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil 
  • 1 medium onion, chopped 
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced 
  • 1 teaspoon salt 
  • 1 teaspoon pepper 
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder 
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 2 teaspoons ground cayenne pepper 
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 
  • 1 tablespoon honey 
  • 1 can hot chili beans, do not drain 
  • 1 can medium chili beans, do not drain 
  • 1 can black beans, drained 
  • 2 cans diced tomatoes 
  • 1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped 
  • 2 carrots, finely chopped 
  • 1 bunch green onions, chopped 
  • 1 bunch cilantro, chopped 
Directions 
Soak TVP in water for 30 minutes then drain off water. Line a colander with paper towels and press TVP drain of remaining water. Heat oil in a skillet and saute TVP, onion and garlic until onions are tender and TVP is browned. Add all ingredients to the crock pot and allow to cook on low for 3-4 hours.

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