Swan River Chili Recipe

Name: Swan River Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb. dry pinto beans; 5 c. chopped tomatoes; 1 lb. green peppers, chopped; 1 1/2 Tbsp. oil; 1 1/2 lb. onions, peeled and chopped; 6 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 c. chopped parsley; 1/2 c. butter or margarine; 2 1/2 lb. ground beef; 1 lb. lean ground pork; 1/3 c. chili powder; 2 Tbsp. salt; 1 1/2 tsp. black pepper; 1 1/2 tsp. cumin

Servings: persons

1/2 lb. dry pinto beans
5 c. chopped tomatoes
1 lb. green peppers, chopped
1 1/2 Tbsp. oil
1 1/2 lb. onions, peeled and chopped
6 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 c. chopped parsley
1/2 c. butter or margarine
2 1/2 lb. ground beef
1 lb. lean ground pork
1/3 c. chili powder
2 Tbsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. black pepper
1 1/2 tsp. cumin

1
Soak beans in water to cover overnight.
2
Drain; cover with cold water and simmer until beans are tender, about 1 hour.
3
Add tomatoes and simmer 5 minutes longer.
4
Saute green peppers in hot oil until tender.
5
Add onions and cook until tender, stirring frequently.
6
Add garlic and parsley.
7
In another skillet, melt butter and add beef and pork.
8
Cook and stir 15 minutes or until crumbly and brown.
9
Add meat to onion mixture and stir in chili powder.
10
Cook 10 minutes.
11
Add meat mixture to beans along with salt, pepper and cumin.
12
Simmer, covered, 1 hour.
13
Remove cover and simmer 30 minutes longer.

1537

kcal

Calories

112

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

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb. dry pinto beans, 5 c. chopped tomatoes, 1 lb. green peppers, chopped, 1 1/2 Tbsp. oil, and more.

Yes, Swan River 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!

Swan River Chili

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Variations & substitutions

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