Vegetarian Chili

Dried beans are a staple . . . cheap and easy. All you have to do is plan ahead.

This chili is simple as could be.

3/4 Pound of Dried Red Kidney Beans, Soaked at Least 24 Hours in Water
1 Cup Barley
1 Can Tomato Juice
2 Medium Onions
2 Cloves Garlic
1.5 Tablespoons Chili Powder
1 Teaspoon Cumin
A few dashes of Basil
4-5 Turns of the Pepper Grinder (Black)
1 Teaspoon of Cayenne (this will make it warm)

Combine all ingredients into a large saucepan, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer 45-55 minutes, stirring occassionally.

You can add more chili powder or cayenne to taste. If you use unsalted tomato juice, you will also want to add salt to taste--otherwise, there is probably enough in the juice.

This makes roughly 6 generous servings!