Hearty Vegetarian 3-Bean Chili

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Hearty Vegetarian 3-Bean Chili.

1. Step 1

   Begin by gathering your ingredients and setting your slow cooker to get ready for a delightful culinary adventure. In the slow cooker, combine the water, kidney beans, drained corn, crushed tomatoes, lentils, black beans, tomato paste, sugar, chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Stir everything together until well mixed, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.

2. Step 2

   Now, let’s get cooking! Set your slow cooker to High and let it work its magic for about 6 hours. This is the perfect time to relax, maybe catch up on a good book or enjoy a little downtime.

3. Step 3

   While the chili is bubbling away, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and minced garlic, stirring them together until the onions turn translucent and fragrant, which should take about 5 minutes. This step adds a wonderful depth of flavor to your chili, so don’t rush it!

4. Step 4

   Once the onions and garlic are ready, stir them into the slow cooker with the chili mixture. This is where the magic happens!

5. Step 5

   Now, reduce the heat on your slow cooker to Low and let the chili continue to cook for an additional 4 to 6 hours. This slow cooking process ensures that the beans become perfectly tender and the flavors deepen, creating a hearty and satisfying dish that’s sure to warm your soul.