Grandpa Ron's Awesome Three-Bean Chili

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 jalapeño pepper, minced
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, with juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2. Add the onion, garlic, red bell pepper, and jalapeño pepper and cook until vegetables are tender, about 3 minutes.
3. Add the chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika and cook for 1 minute.
4. Add the vegetable broth, black beans, kidney beans, pinto beans, diced tomatoes, salt, and black pepper.
5. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes.
6. Serve warm with your favorite toppings.

Interesting Facts

• Chili is a popular dish in the United States, especially in the Southwest.
• Chili is traditionally made with beef, beans, and spices.
• Three-bean chili is a vegetarian version of the classic dish, made with black beans, kidney beans, and pinto beans.