I have tried a long time to find a vegetarian chili recipe that we like. Here it is! If you like a really spicy chili (we are whimps here at our place) then double the amount of chili powder and cumin. My husband took this to the chili cook-off at work and it took 3rd place.
1 C red kidney beansSoak the beans overnight. Drain beans.
Place all ingredients into crockpot.
Stir well and cook on low for 10-12 hours (high 4-6 hours) or until beans are tender.
Top individual bowls of chili with grated cheddar cheese and serve.
* Rinse the quinoa well under warm running water to remove the saponin. Saponin is the natural coating on quinoa that repels insects and birds and can cause a bitter taste if it is not rinsed.