Zesty Black and White Bean Chili

1 cup chopped onions
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup flour
1-2 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp cumin
1 1/2 cups milk
2 (9 oz.) pkg. frozen white corn
1 (15 oz.) can great northern beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 oz.) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14.5 oz.) can chicken broth
1 (4.5 oz.) chopped green chiles
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
2 tbsp finely chopped red bell pepper
cooking oil or non-stick spray

Heat 2 tbsp oil in a pot (substitute cooking spray for lower fat recipe). Heat over medium heat until hot. Add onions and garlic; cook until onions are tender.

Stir in flour, chili powder and cumin. Cook, stirring constantly, until flour turns a light brown color. Gradually stir in the milk. Add the remaining ingredients except the cilantro and red bell pepper. Stir to combine.

Bring the chili to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cilantro. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve topped with red bell pepper.

Makes 5 (1 1/3 cup) servings. For my family I usually either double or triple this recipe. A very tasty alternative to standard red chili.