Very Beany Chili Con Carne Recipe
๐ Cook Time: 3 hours | ๐ Prep Time: 35 minutes | ๐ Total Time: 3 hours 35 minutes
๐ฅ Description: Dive into the heartiness of this Very Beany Chili Con Carne recipe, perfect for a cozy dinner or sharing with friends and family. Packed with a delightful blend of beans, spices, and lean ground beef, this Mexican-inspired dish is sure to satisfy your cravings and leave you wanting more!
๐ฒ Recipe Category: Beans | ๐ท๏ธ Keywords: Meat, Mexican, Weeknight, < 4 Hours
๐ Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup kidney beans
- 1/4 cup white beans
- 1/4 cup pinto beans
- 1/4 cup cranberry beans
- 1/8 cup paprika
- 1/4 cup bacon, minced
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons ground Poblanos
- 1/3 cup tomatoes, diced
- 64 oz beer
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 12 oz lean ground beef
๐ข Nutritional Information per Serving:
- Calories: 397.2
- Fat Content: 19.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 6.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 74.3mg
- Sodium Content: 260.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 27.3g
- Fiber Content: 8.7g
- Sugar Content: 5.6g
- Protein Content: 28.5g
๐ฝ๏ธ Servings: 12
๐ Instructions:
- In a large pot, soak the kidney beans, white beans, pinto beans, and cranberry beans together overnight in water to cover.
- Drain the soaked beans and add fresh water to cover them.
- Cook the beans at a simmer for about 1 1/2 hours or until they are just tender.
- While the beans are simmering, heat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Mince the bacon and cook it in the skillet until it begins to crisp.
- Add the chopped onions and minced garlic to the skillet with the bacon and cook for 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the paprika, ground Poblanos, and cinnamon, and cook for another 5 minutes to release the flavors.
- Add the diced tomatoes with their juice and pour in the beer, allowing the mixture to simmer for half an hour.
- In another pan, cook the lean ground beef until it is no longer pink.
- Drain any excess fat from the beef and add it to the tomato mixture in the skillet.
- Once the beans are fully cooked, drain them, reserving the liquid, and add the beans to the meat and tomato mixture.
- Season the chili with salt to taste and let it simmer for about 1 hour or more to allow the flavors to meld together.
- If the chili becomes too dry during cooking, add some of the reserved bean liquid to adjust the consistency.
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Very Beany Chili Con Carne, perfect for any occasion and guaranteed to be a hit at your next gathering! Enjoy the warmth and comfort of this hearty dish with your loved ones.
