Black Bean Chili

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 1 3/4 cups finely chopped onion (about 1 large)
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 4 cups canned black beans, rinsed and drained (about 3 [15-ounce] cans)
• 1 cup water
• 1/4 cup bottled chipotle sauce
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained

Preparation

1. Heat canola oil in a small Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté for 6 minutes or just until the onion mixture begins to brown. Add 2 tablespoons chili powder and cumin; cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add beans and the remaining ingredients, stirring to combine. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer for 30 minutes or until slightly thick, stirring occasionally.