Braised Bell Peppers

Ingredients

• Olive oil-flavored cooking spray
• 4 cups red bell pepper strips (about 1 1/4 pounds)
• 4 cups yellow bell pepper strips (about 1 1/4 pounds)
• 2 1/2 cups vertically sliced onion
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon aniseed, crushed (optional)
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper