"This recipe makes a lot, but it can be easily halved to make a smaller pot of chili...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 large onions, chopped (I use a food processor)
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1 large red bell pepper, chopped
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1 large green bell pepper, chopped
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6 cloves garlic, minced
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5 cups (24 ounces) fresh black-eyed peas, or 2 1/2 cups (1 pound) dried peas, soaked overnight and drained
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6 cups vegetable broth
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2 1/2 tablespoons mild chili powder
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1 tablespoon cocoa powder
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2 teaspoons ground cumin
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2 teaspoons smoked paprika
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1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon chipotle powder, red pepper, or hot smoked paprika (adjust to taste)
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2 15-ounce cans diced tomatoes, with juice (fire-roasted preferred)
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1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn
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1/3 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Optional: wedges of lime and slices of avocado, to serve