Chunky Vegetarian Chili

Description
Makes 6 servings.

Ingredients

 * 1 medium green pepper, chopped
 * 1 medium onion, chopped
 * 3 cloves garlic, minced
 * 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
 * 2 14-1/2-ounce cans Mexican-style tomatoes, undrained
 * 1 15-ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
 * 1 15-ounce can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
 * 1 11-ounce can whole-kernel corn, drained
 * 3 cups water
 * 1 cup uncooked brown rice
 * 2 tablespoons chili powder
 * 1 teaspoon ground cumin
 * Sour cream (optional)

Directions
Heat oil in 3-quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Sauté green pepper, onion and garlic for 5 minutes or until tender.

Add tomatoes, beans, corn, water, rice, chili powder and cumin; stir well. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until rice is tender. To serve, top with sour cream, if desired.