Black Bean Chili With Cornbread Crust

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A hearty meatless meal for a cool fall evening - chili and cornbread all in one!!

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Steps

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Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

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Heat oil in a large skillet.

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Add garlic , jalapenos , and onion and saute until soft.

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About 5 minutes.

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Stir in remaining chili ingredients and bring to a boil.

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Reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes until chili is thickened.

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While chili is simmering , prepare cornbread.

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Combine dry ingredients in a medium sized bowl.

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Add cheese and mix well.

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In a small bowl , combine wet ingredients and stir well.

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Add to dry ingredients and stir just until combined.

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Spray a 10x10 casserole dish with spray oil.

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Pour chili in prepared dish.

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Pour cornbread batter over top.

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Bake 20 - 25 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the cornbread comes out clean.

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Cool for about 5 minutes and serve with sour cream and salsa , if desired.

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Ingredients

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oil, garlic clove, jalapeno, onion, black beans, diced tomatoes, mexicorn, tomato sauce, chili powder, dried oregano, cumin, salt, cinnamon, cayenne, flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cheddar cheese, egg, buttermilk, butter