Chili macaroni

One of the ultimate comfort foods!

• 4 tbsp olive oil
• 2 onions-chopped
• 2 cloves garlic-minced
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 2 tbsp cumin powder
• 1 tbsp dried oregano
• 3 stalks celery- chopped
• 1 green pepper- chopped
• 1 jalapeno-minced
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 3/4 cup water
• 1 1/2 cups kidney beans
• 1 1/2 cups black beans
• 1/2 can chipotle
• 1 cup corn kernels
• 1/2 cup TVP (optinal)
• 1 tbsp black strap molasses
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• sea salt
• freshly ground pepper
• 2 cups cooked macaroni

In a large pot, saute onions and garlic in olive oil, until translucent. 5 -7 minutes.
Add chili powder, cumin, and oregano. Saute for 3-4 minutes.
add celery, and green peppers saute for 2-3 minutes.
Add tomatoes, water, simmer for 10 minutes.
Add beans, chipotle, corn, and TVP, vinegar, molasses, paste and brown sugar.
Simmer for 1 hour, season to taste.

In bowls dived macaroni and put chili on top,
Garnish with tofutti sour cream, cilantro and avocado.