Low and Slow Vegetarian Chili

I was making chili for a group and since one of the guys is a vegetarian, I wanted to make a hearty option that he and anyone else could enjoy. This version of low and slow chili is almost the same as the meat based chili, but instead of the meat it has 3 different types of beans and corn. I start this the night before to be ready by lunch the next day.

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Low and Slow Chipotle Beef Chili

In my opinion, the best way to make chili is low and slow. This dish takes a little planning ahead but it is well worth it! Although it does take quite a while to make, most of the time it is just simmering in the crock pot. Give it a try, I bet you will not go back to the fast way! I am starting this the night before to be ready for lunch the next day, but you could also start in the morning for dinner at night. This makes a big batch because I like to have extra to freeze in individual portions for future use. Feel free to reduce quantities.

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