Creamy White Bean Chili (Vegan+GF)
Is it just me, or is chili just one of the ultimate go-tos for comfort food?
Personally, I can enjoy a classic, smoky, firehouse-style, tomato-based chili from time to time. Although, I prefer it on the mild side because I’m a spice wimp.
However, when it comes to my preference I think a creamy white bean chili with a more Mexican flair is my favorite. It also wins votes in my house because pretty much my whole family agrees with me. Tell me, what’s your preference?
I made this chili with dried beans that I soaked overnight but if you don’t have the time on your hands it’s totally alright to use canned beans. Use 5 – 6 cups of cooked beans which should be about 4 cans. I love how easy this soup comes together and it’s a one pot dish so that makes the clean up so much less hassle.
Creamy White Bean Chili (Vegan+GF)
Every long day needs to end with a cozy comfort food meal. This simple meal only needs one pot and a little prep.
Ingredients
- 1 pound dried white (Cannellini or Great Northerbeans
- 6 - 7 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes sliced in half
- 5- 6 ears of corn on the cob sliced off
- 1 large onion diced
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- 2 jalapeno peppers
- 1 1/2 cups salsa verde
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregeno
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup unsweetened non-dairy yogurt
For Topping:
- cilantro
- shredded "cheese"
- coconut cream
- tortilla chips
Instructions
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Rinse beans well in a strainer and pour into a large bowl of warm water to soak for at least 3 hours or overnight (I soaked mine overnight).
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Rinse beans again and pour into a large soup pot followed by broth. Bring to a boil then cover and reduce heat to medium for about an hour until beans start to get very soft.
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Add onions, garlic, tomatoes, corn, jalapenos, salsa verde, and seasonings and continue cooking until beans and veggies are fully cooked and tender.
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Reduce heat to low and add the yogurt and stir until fully incorporated. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve warm, topped with desired toppings.
