Gelson's Vegetable Chili

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This popular chili is sold in the deli section of gelson's market, and the recipe has been published in the la times. i've been making it for years because it's delicious; however it's also healthy. i suggest serving it with cornbread.

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Steps

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Cook beans according to package directions , or substitute with 14 ounce cans of beans.

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Pour bulgar into a bowl and add one cup of boiling water.

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Let soak for 30 minutes.

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Heat olive oil in a large saucepan.

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Saute onions and carrots 4 minutes.

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Add garlic and celery and saute until glazed.

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Add chili powder , cumin , cayenne , basil and oregano.

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Add diced tomatoes and simmer for 10 minutes.

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Add squash , zucchini , red and green peppers and mushrooms.

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Cook 4 minutes.

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Add bulgar and kidney beans with liquid.

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Simmer for 20 minutes to let flavors marry.

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Season to taste with salt and pepper.

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Ingredients

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dried kidney beans, bulgar wheat, olive oil, red onion, white onion, garlic, celery, carrot, chili powder, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, fresh basil, fresh oregano, yellow squash, zucchini, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, mushroom, diced tomatoes, salt, pepper