Sandy's Chili

1 Servings

1/3 c oil
3 md onions, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 bell pepper, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, minced
2 lb tofu chunks
2 T each red chilis, Ground cumin, oreg, ano
1 bay leaf
2 c water
2 28 oz. cans tomatos
6 oz can tomato paste
2 cn kidney beans salt, To Taste
Saute first five ingredients in oil until limp.
Add tofu and saute until browned.
Mix the spices together in a bowl and sprinkle into the pot.
Mix thoroughly.
Add water, tomatoes and tomato paste.
Stir . Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 2 hours, stirring occasionally. If desired, at this point, add the kidney beans. Taste and correct seasoning. The addition of 1 tsp to 1 tblsp of cayenne pepper can make this gradually more spicy.