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Oil-Free Bean Chili

Hearty black bean and tomato stew

Any fast dayPrep 15 minCook 40 minServes 6
When to eat it. No oil, wine or fish, so it fits even the strict weekdays of Lent.

Ingredients

Method

  1. Cook the onion and pepper in a splash of water for 5 minutes, adding more water as it dries.
  2. Add the garlic and spices for a minute.
  3. Add the beans, tomatoes, corn and water and simmer 30 minutes until thick.
  4. Season and finish with lime and cilantro. Serve with rice.

Tip. A good pot to cook on Sunday for the strict weekdays ahead.

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