The Devil's Chili

Ingredients

 * 1 cup onions, grated
 * 1 garlic clove, minced
 * 1 shallot bulb, minced
 * 3 large scallions, minced
 * 1 large green bell pepper, chopped
 * 1 oz olive or other salad oil
 * 2 quart ,water
 * 1 lb kidney, pink or pinto beans, washed, sorted and soaked
 * 1 large bay leaf, crushed
 * 1 tsp miso paste
 * 1 tsp mild or hot curry
 * 1 tsp basil
 * 1 tbsp paprika
 * chili powder to taste
 * salt and pepper to taste
 * 3 large tomatoes, chopped, or
 * 1 can (15 oz) peeled tomatoes
 * 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce

Directions

 * 1) In a large saucepan, saute onions, garlic, shallot, scallions, and green pepper in oil.
 * 2) Add water, beans, and seasonings.
 * 3) Simmer for 1½ hours.
 * 4) Add tomatoes and tomato sauce.
 * 5) Simmer for 1 hour more or until fork-tender.
 * 6) For spicier chili, use 2 or more cloves of garlic.