The Devil's Chili

Ingredients

 * 1	cup	Onions, grated
 * 1	x	Garlic clove, minced
 * 1	x	Shallot bulb, minced
 * 3	lrg	Scallions, minced
 * 1	lrg	Bell pepper, chopped
 * 1	oz	Olive or other salad oil
 * 2	qt	,water
 * 1	lb	Kidney, pink or pinto beans, washed, sorted and soaked
 * 1	lrg	Bay leaf, crushed
 * 1	tsp	Miso paste
 * 1	tsp	Mild or hot curry
 * 1	tsp	Basil
 * 1	tbl	Paprika
 * Chili powder to taste
 * Salt and pepper to taste
 * 3	lrg	Tomatoes, chopped, OR
 * 1	can	(15 oz) peeled tomatoes
 * 1	can	(15 oz) tomato sauce

Directions

 * In a large saucepan, saute onions, garlic, shallot, scallions, and green pepper in oil.
 * Add water, beans, and seasonings.
 * Simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
 * Add tomatoes and tomato sauce.
 * Simmer for 1 hour more or until fork-tender.
 * For spicier chili, use 2 or more cloves of garlic.