Acadian Eight Bean Chili Recipe

Name: Acadian Eight Bean Chili Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 lb Each of the following beans: Kidney, White, Pink, Black, Red, Pinto, Cranberry, Navy; 1 lb Bacon; 5 lrg Onions, peeled and minced; 2/3 c. Garlic, chopped; 1/4 c. Coriander seeds, toasted And grnd; 1/4 c. Cinnamon; 1/4 c. Paprika; 1/4 c. Cayenne pepper or possibly to taste for the timid tongue; 1/2 c. Dry Poblano Chili peppers, grnd; 1 can 108 ounce Italian tomatoes W/juice; 12 ounce Beer; 5 lb Lean grnd beef Salt to taste

Servings: persons

1/4 lb Each of the following beans: Kidney, White, Pink, Black, Red, Pinto, Cranberry, Navy
1 lb Bacon
5 lrg Onions, peeled and minced
2/3 c. Garlic, chopped
1/4 c. Coriander seeds, toasted And grnd
1/4 c. Cinnamon
1/4 c. Paprika
1/4 c. Cayenne pepper or possibly to taste for the timid tongue
1/2 c. Dry Poblano Chili peppers, grnd
1 can 108 ounce Italian tomatoes W/juice
12 ounce Beer
5 lb Lean grnd beef Salt to taste

1
Pick over and wash beans.
2
Put in large pot and cover with 4 quarts.
3
cool water.
4
Soak over night.
5
Wash and drain.
6
Cover with water, bring to a bowl over high heat, lower heat and simmer for 2 hrs or possibly till tender.
7
Cook bacon in a large skillet, drain and crumble.
8
Put next 7 ingredients in skillet and saut=82e for 5 min.
9
Add in tomatoes and beer, simmer.
10
In another skillet saut=82e grnd beef till no longer pink.
11
When beans are tende= r drain, reserving liquid.
12
Add in meat, bacon and vegetables to beans.
13
Simmer over low heat till warm, adding bean liquid if necessary.

870

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 lb Each of the following beans: Kidney, White, Pink, Black, Red, Pinto, Cranberry, Navy, 1 lb Bacon, 5 lrg Onions, peeled and minced, 2/3 c. Garlic, chopped, and more.

Yes, Acadian Eight Bean Chili Recipe falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!