Cincinnati Empress Chili
 
 Cincinnati Empress Chili      Ingredients  2 tsp olive oil  2 medium onions, chopped finely  4 cloves garlic, minced  3 C vegetable stock  2 Tbs apple cider vinegar  1 large bay leaf, crushed #  5 whole allspice berries #  2 tsp salt or herbal substitute  3 Tbs chili powder  1 tsp carob powder (or cocoa)  2 C low sodium tomato sauce  1/2 tsp cayenne pepper, or to taste  1 tsp cumin  1 tsp cinnamon  2 C cooked pinto beans  2 C tofu, frozen, thawed, and crumbled   Instructions:  In large heavy pot, over medium-high heat, heat oil and saute onions for  8 to 10 minutes. Add remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil, then  lower heat and simmer for 1 1/2 hours. Add toppings of choice (see  below). Serves 6 to 8.  (for traditional chili with meat...this recipe is a little odd in this system)  ->one way -- Chili  ->two way -- chili and spaghetti  ->three way -- chili and spaghetti topped with grated cheddar cheese  ->four way -- chili and spaghetti topped with cheese and chopped oni...
 
 
 
 
 
