Chili With A Twist Recipe

Name: Chili With A Twist
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: To make the Bean Mixture; 4 (6 ounce) cans black beans (or a combination) or (6 ounce) cans kidney beans (or a combination); 1 green bell pepper, chopped (can use other colors, or a combo); 1 tablespoon garlic powder, can use more; 2 -4 tablespoons Mexican seasoning (or more); 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes in puree (I use Progresso); 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes (use more or less, it will control the heat, so remember -you can always add more of whatever you use); 1 teaspoon ground cumin (to taste); 1/3 cup chili powder (I use Gebhardt's, just make sure it's a good quality brand); 4 -8 ounces thick & chunky salsa; 3 -6 fluid ounces beer; To make using the cubed meat; 3/4 lb top sirloin steak, cubed; 1/4 lb pork, cubed (I use pork butt, great flavor and fairly inexpensive); 1/2 cup butter; To make using the ground meat; 3/4 lb ground beef; 1/4 lb ground pork; 1/2 cup butter

Servings: persons

To make the Bean Mixture
4 (6 ounce) cans black beans (or a combination) or (6 ounce) cans kidney beans (or a combination)
1 green bell pepper, chopped (can use other colors, or a combo)
1 tablespoon garlic powder, can use more
2 -4 tablespoons Mexican seasoning (or more)
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes in puree (I use Progresso)
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes (use more or less, it will control the heat, so remember -you can always add more of whatever you use)
1 teaspoon ground cumin (to taste)
1/3 cup chili powder (I use Gebhardt's, just make sure it's a good quality brand)
4 -8 ounces thick & chunky salsa
3 -6 fluid ounces beer
To make using the cubed meat
3/4 lb top sirloin steak, cubed
1/4 lb pork, cubed (I use pork butt, great flavor and fairly inexpensive)
1/2 cup butter
To make using the ground meat
3/4 lb ground beef
1/4 lb ground pork
1/2 cup butter

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To make the bean mixture:
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Combine all of the bean ingredients in medium saucepan.
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To make using the cubed meat:
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Saute meat in the butter til all pink is gone .
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Add the meat to the bean mixture, cover and simmer for 1 hour and 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add beer and simmer for 5 more minutes.
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To make using the the ground meat:
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Saute the ground meat til all pink is gone. Drain meat, place back in pot.
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Add stick of butter, add this to the bean mixture, cover and let simmer for 40 minutes.
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Add the beer.
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Continue to simmer 5 more minutes.
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9/14/2014 Note: McCormick's has discontinued making their Mexican seasoning. I just use Taco Bell's packet of Taco Seasoning. Just be sure to use a good quality seasoning.
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1154

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: To make the Bean Mixture, 4 (6 ounce) cans black beans (or a combination) or (6 ounce) cans kidney beans (or a combination), 1 green bell pepper, chopped (can use other colors, or a combo), 1 tablespoon garlic powder, can use more, and more.

Yes, Chili With A Twist 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!

Chili With A Twist

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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