Homemade 3 Bean Vegetarian Chili, made with Black Beans, Borlotti Beans and white beans, add some carrots, celery and a few spices and you won't even miss the meat. The perfect meatless meal.
In a large bowl of water add the beans and soak over night (8 hours). Then drain and rinse.
In a large pot on low/medium heat, add the oil, chopped onion, carrot and garlic and cook for 2 minutes. Then add the chopped peppers and celery, cook for 2 minutes.
Add the remaining ingredients including the beans and simmer on low / medium heat for approximately one hour or until beans are cooked and tender. Taste for salt.
Serve immediately with shredded cheese on top if desired. Enjoy.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until warmed through. You may find the chili develops even more flavor after it is stored, it really is great for meal prep if that is your thing!
Freeze leftover chili in individual containers or in larger containers for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator, add additional broth or water to thin to desired consistency and then reheat until warmed and ready to serve. The depth of flavors in the chili become more pronounced after storing it a day or two making it even better!