VEGETARIAN CHILI

6 CUPS RED KIDNEY BEANS
4 CUPS T.V.P. (TEXTURE VEGETABLE PROTEIN)
1 BOTTLE OF ORGANIC TOMATOES JUICE
3 SLEEVES OF CRUSHED GARLIC
GROUNDED MEXICAN CHILI PEPPER
PAPRIKA & CAYENNE POWDER
OREGANO & SEA SALT
KOMBU (SEA VEGETABLE)

In a large sized pot, soak beans in a ratio 3:1 water for at least 12 hours. Drain and rinse beans, refill pot till beans are submerged. Add kombu , Bring to a boil and then simmer on medium low heat for 1 hour. Add remaining items to the beans. Be careful with the spices don't over do it, season to taste. Allow to cook for 30 minutes or so. Freeze leftovers, It's ideal for future quick meals. Serve with whole wheat crackers and rice butter.

Nutritional information:

KIDNEY BEANS - A delightful source of high quality protein, calcium and iron as well as complex carbohydrates and fiber. Being very low in fat, beans make ideal substitute for meat.
T.V.P. (Textured Vegetable Protein) - An extraordinary product made from soybeans. When cooked, it closely resembles meat in appearance and texture. high in protein and certain vitamins and minerals.
TOMATO JUICE -High in vitamin C, and beta carotene.
KOMBU - Contains minerals such as, iodine, manganese, selenium and calcium.