2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup dry red wine
1 can (14.5 ounce) whole tomatoes, broken up
1 can (15 ounce) EACH of black beans, red kidney beans, and white northern or pinto beans, drained and rinsed

California Spice Blend:
4 teaspoons McCormick® Chili Powder
1 teaspoon EACH of:
McCormick® Garlic Powder
McCormick® Ground Cumin
McCormick® Oregano
McCormick® Basil Leaves
1/2 teaspoon McCormick® Seasoned Pepper
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt


1. Heat oil in large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion and green pepper, cook 5 minutes, stirring often.

2. Stir in Spice Blend and remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Garnish with shredded cheese and chopped onion, if desired.

Makes 6 cups

This recipe created by McCormick, Inc.