Vegan Ground Beef Substitute (optional)
2 c. chopped onion
2 T. finely chopped garlic
4 T. chili powder
1 t. oregano
1 t. cumin
1 t. pepper flakes
6 oz. tomato paste
4 c. water with 4 vegetable bullion cubes
1 T. brown sugar
1 t. salt
1 28 oz. can red beans
Cook onions and garlic, and ground beef substitute if needed. Add the rest and simmer for a good long time (make sure the bullion cubes dissolve).