It’s Chili Outside!
Finally, the temperature is starting to look like it really might feel like fall for a while. I know, I know, most people would think I’m crazy for even thinking 65 degrees is chilly but after months and months of 100 degree weather, 65 feels chilly to me! Time to bring out the sweaters and blankets and it also means it’s time for chili! I like to try new recipes so I started with a recipe which involves mole, which is a Mexican chocolate, chili sauce and cinnamon. I know it sounds unusual but it’s really tasty. Mole Black Bean Steak Chili 2 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 cup sweet onion, diced 12 ounces Cremini mushrooms, diced 1 cup green bell pepper 3 cloves minced garlic 1-2 finely diced jalapeno pepper 2 teaspoons ancho chili powder 2 teaspoons cocoa powder 2 teaspoons smoked paprika 1 teaspoon cumin ½ teaspoon cinnamon 2-15 ounce cans black beans 2-15 ounce can diced tomatoes 1½ cups broth 1½ c