Chasen'S Famous Chili Recipe

Name: Chasen'S Famous Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 oz. dried pinto beans; 2 (16 oz.) cans tomatoes; 1 lb. green bell peppers, coarsely chopped; 1 1/2 Tbsp. oil; 1 1/2 lb. onions, coarsely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 1/2 c. chopped parsley; 2 1/2 lb. ground chuck; 1 lb. lean ground pork; 1/4 c. margarine; 1/3 c. chili powder; 1 1/2 tsp. cumin; 2 Tbsp. salt; 1 1/2 tsp. pepper

Servings: persons

8 oz. dried pinto beans
2 (16 oz.) cans tomatoes
1 lb. green bell peppers, coarsely chopped
1 1/2 Tbsp. oil
1 1/2 lb. onions, coarsely chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1/2 c. chopped parsley
2 1/2 lb. ground chuck
1 lb. lean ground pork
1/4 c. margarine
1/3 c. chili powder
1 1/2 tsp. cumin
2 Tbsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. pepper

1
Combine beans with enough water to cover by 2 inches in large saucepan.
2
Soak overnight.
3
Simmer, covered, in same water until tender.
4
Add tomatoes.
5
Simmer for 5 minutes.
6
Saute green peppers in oil in large skillet over low heat for 5 minutes.
7
Add onions. Cook until tender, stirring frequently.
8
Add garlic and parsley. Saute ground chuck and pork in margarine in skillet for 15 minutes.
9
Add to sauteed vegetables.
10
Stir in chili powder.
11
Cook for 10 minutes.
12
Add to beans.
13
Season with cumin, salt and pepper.
14
Simmer, covered, for 1 hour.
15
Simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes longer; skim surface.
16
12 servings.

553

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 oz. dried pinto beans, 2 (16 oz.) cans tomatoes, 1 lb. green bell peppers, coarsely chopped, 1 1/2 Tbsp. oil, and more.

Yes, Chasen'S Famous Chili 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!

Chasen'S Famous Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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