Tofu Chili

Ingredients

 * 5 cups cooked pinto beans
 * 2 pounds frozen tofu
 * 1/4 cup soy sauce (tamari)
 * 1 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste
 * 3 tablespoons corn oil
 * 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
 * 1/2 cup liquid (water or bean cooking liquid)
 * 1 1/2 tablespoons oil
 * 1 medium green pepper, diced
 * 2 large onions, diced
 * 3 cloves garlic, minced
 * 1 tablespoon sea salt
 * 1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder
 * 2 teaspoons cumin

Directions
Cut tofu into bite-size pieces and freeze overnight.

The next day, thaw tofu for about 1 hour.

Mix soy sauce, tomato paste, corn oil, garlic powder and liquid and add thawed tofu; heat in a skillet.

In a separate skillet, sauté green pepper, onions and garlic in oil until onions turn clear. Put all ingredients in a pot and simmer together. You may have to add more liquid. Cook for 20 to 40 minutes.