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Mexican-style seasonings and a tasty combination of beans fire up this lively chili recipe.

Spicy Two-Bean Chili

Chili Ingredients:

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 medium (1 cup) onions, chopped
2 ribs (1 cup) celery, sliced
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh garlic
1 cup beer or vegetable broth
1 (28-ounce) can tomatoes, cut up
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed, drained
1 (15 1/2-ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed, drained
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves*

Garnish Ingredients:

Sour Cream , if desired
Chopped fresh cilantro, if desired

1. Heat oil in 3-quart saucepan; add onions, celery and garlic. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until tender (3 to 4 minutes).
2. Stir in all remaining chili ingredients. Continue cooking until mixture comes to a full boil (10 to 15 minutes).
3. Reduce heat to low. Cover; cook, stirring occasionally, 15 minutes.
4. Top each serving with sour cream and cilantro.

Makes 5 servings.

*Substitute 2 teaspoons dried basil leaves.

Nutrition Facts (1 serving): Calories: 240 Fat: 4 g Cholesterol: 0 mg Sodium: 300 mg Carbohydrates: 40 g Dietary Fiber: 12 g Protein: 11 g