Chasen’s Famous Chili Recipe
Description: A legendary chili recipe hailing from the iconic Hollywood restaurant, Chasen’s, which sadly closed its doors in the last decade. Renowned for its exquisite flavor, this chili was adored by none other than Liz Taylor herself, who loved it so much she had it shipped around the world to every movie set she worked on!
Recipe Category: Meat 🥩
Keywords: Mexican, Weeknight, Stove Top 🌶️🌮
Servings: 10
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 553.3
- Fat: 32.2g
- Saturated Fat: 14.3g
- Cholesterol: 130.8mg
- Sodium: 684.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 29.2g
- Fiber: 7.8g
- Sugar: 7g
- Protein: 37.7g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/2 | Dried Pinto Beans |
| 2 | Tomatoes |
| 1 | Green Bell Pepper |
| 1 1/2 | Onions |
| 1 1/2 | Garlic Cloves |
| 2 | Sprigs of Parsley |
| 1/2 | Butter |
| 1/2 | lb Lean Ground Beef |
| 2 1/2 | Ground Pork |
| 1 | Chili Powder |
| 1/3 | Salt |
| 2 | Pepper |
| 1 1/2 | Ground Cumin |
Instructions:
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Prepare Beans: Rinse the dried pinto beans thoroughly, then place them in a bowl. Add enough water to cover the beans by at least 2 inches. Allow the beans to soak overnight.
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Cook Beans: Transfer the soaked beans along with the water to a large stockpot. Simmer the beans, covered, in the same water until tender, which typically takes about 2 to 2 1/2 hours.
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Add Tomatoes: Once the beans are tender, add the tomatoes to the stockpot and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
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Sauté Peppers: In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Slowly sauté the green bell peppers for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
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Cook Onions: Add the onions to the skillet with the peppers and continue cooking until the onions become tender, stirring frequently.
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Add Garlic and Parsley: Once the onions are tender, add the minced garlic cloves and chopped parsley to the skillet. Stir well to incorporate the flavors.
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Prepare Meat Mixture: In another large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the lean ground beef and ground pork, then sauté for approximately 15 minutes until the meat is cooked through.
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Combine Ingredients: Add the cooked meat mixture to the skillet with the onion mixture. Stir in the chili powder and cook for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Combine with Beans: Transfer the meat and onion mixture to the stockpot with the beans. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
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Season and Simmer: Season the chili with salt, pepper, and ground cumin according to your taste preferences. Cover the stockpot and simmer the chili for 1 hour.
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Final Cooking: After an hour of simmering, remove the cover from the stockpot and continue cooking for an additional 30 minutes to allow the flavors to intensify.
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Skim Fat: Before serving, skim off any excess fat that rises to the top of the chili.
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Freezing Tip: This chili freezes exceptionally well, making it perfect for meal prep or storing leftovers for future enjoyment.
Enjoy the rich and hearty flavors of Chasen’s Famous Chili, a timeless recipe loved by Hollywood royalty and chili enthusiasts alike! 🌟🍲
