MEAN LEAN VEGETABLE CHILI

Steps:

• In a 4- to 5-quart pan over high heat, combine carrots, onion, and 1/2 cup water.
• Stir often until liquid evaporates and vegetables begin to brown and stick in pan, about 10 minutes.
• Add tomatoes (break up with a spoon) and their liquid, beans and their liquid, and chili powder.
• Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, to blend flavors, about 15 minutes.
• Ladle chili into wide bowls; add sour cream and crushed chilies to taste.