Chili and Beans Recipe

Name: Chili and Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds pinto beans dried; 2 medium onions sliced; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 2 each garlic diced; 1 cup celery chopped; 2 pounds ground beef; 1 teaspoon chili powder or more; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon thyme dried; 28 ounces tomatoes canned; 1 x salt and black pepper

Servings: persons

1
Wash, sort and soak beans in cold water overnight.
2
Drain; place in 2 quart saucepan.
3
Add water to cover 2 inches over beans.
4
Add onions and simmer in covered pot until tender, 2 hrs.
5
Meanwhile, heat oil in large sauce pot; saute garlic until lightly browned.
6
Add celery and beef; cook.
7
Add chili powder, paprika, and thyme.
8
Break up tomatoes with spoon and mix with meat mixture; cover, simmer 1 hr.
9
When beans are tender, combine with meat, stirring gently.
10
Salt and pepper and add additional spices if desired, cook 30 mins.

1145

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Protein

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* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds pinto beans dried, 2 medium onions sliced, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, 2 each garlic diced, and more.

Yes, Chili and Beans 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.

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Chili and Beans

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