Meatless Chili Recipe

• 2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
• 1 1/2 c. minced celery
• 1 1/2 c. minced green pepper
• 1 c. minced onion
• 3 cloves chopped garlic
• 2 (28 ounce.) cans tomatoes (put through blender or possibly food processor)
• 3 (16 ounce.) cans red kidney beans, liquid removed and rinsed
• 1/2 c. raisins
• 1/4 c. red wine vinegar
• 1 tbsp. chili pwdr
• 1 tbsp. minced fresh parsley
• 2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoon basil
• 1 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• 1 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon allspice
• 1/4 teaspoon warm pepper sauce
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 (12 ounce.) can beer
• 3/4 c. cashew nuts
• 1 c. shredded cheese

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