Vegetarian Chili - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. dried red kidney beans
2 Tbsp. olive oil
1 small red onion, peeled and chopped
1 large white onion, peeled and chopped
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
2 Tbsp. fresh basil
1 bay leaf
1 Tbsp. ground cumin
1 tsp. cayenne pepper
2 tsp. hot red pepper flakes
1 1/2 Tbsp. chili powder
4 c. crushed tomatoes
4 c. strong, brewed coffee
2 medium eggplants, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 c. red Burgundy wine

Preparation

Pour boiling water over the kidney beans and let them soak overnight.
The next day, drain the beans and place them in a large saucepan.
Fill with water to 3 inches above the beans. Bring to a boil, then simmer 30 minutes, until just done.
Drain and set aside.