Critterless Chili

6 Servings

3 c beans, dried, soaked, cooked
3 T chili powder
2 lg onions, chopped
2 T cumin
2 lg carrots, grated or finely chopped
2 t cayenne
1 bell pepper, chopped
1 T basil
6 garlic cloves, chopped
1 t thyme
1 serrano pepper, seeded and chopped
1/4 c tamari
2 T olive oil
1 t salt (or), To Taste
26 oz spaghetti sauce, commercial
On medium-high, stir fry vegies, garlic and serrano in olive oil for
5 minutes.
Add spices; stir fry 5 minutes more.
Add drained beans; stir into spices for a few minutes.
Add spaghetti sauce, stir, lower heat to simmer, and cook 30 minutes.