Sweet And Spicy Vegetarian Chili - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 teaspoons canola oil
2 onions, finely chopped
1 orange bell pepper, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon oregano
1 bay leaf
1 (4 1/2 ounce) can diced green chilies
1 teaspoon salt (optional)
3/4 cup vegetable broth
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can kidney beans, undrained
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can black beans, undrained
1 cup frozen corn
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons barley malt
1/2 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa
black pepper, to taste
cubed avocado, for garnish
grated monterey jack cheese or cheddar cheese, for garnish
sour cream, for garnish

Preparation

Heat the oil in a large saucepan or stockpot over medium-high heat.
Add chopped onions, bell pepper, and garlic.
Saute until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add chili powder, cumin, oregano, bay leaf, green chilies, and salt, if desired.
Stir until veggies are evenly coated.
Add vegetable broth, tomatoes and beans (with their liquids), and frozen corn.
Add remaining ingredients (except garnishes) and mix thoroughly.
Simmer uncovered over medium-low heat for at least 30 minutes, or until chili reaches desired consistency.
Serve hot with desired garnishes.