Eugenia Potter’S 27 Ingredient Chili Con Carne

Servings: 20 Difficulty: Advanced
A hearty, complex American chili loaded with meats, beans, and rich spices for a ultimate comfort food experience
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This robust chili combines savory sirloin and pork sausage with earthy pinto beans and tangy baked beans for a deeply flavorful stew. The addition of fresh vegetables like green peppers, celery, and onions adds crunch and brightness, while a blend of chili powder, oregano, and black pepper provides a warm, aromatic heat. Slow-simmered to perfection, the flavors meld into a thick, satisfying consistency that is perfect for cold evenings. Serve it hot with a dollop of sour cream and grated orange peel for a zesty finish. It’s an ideal dish for potlucks, family dinners, or freezing for later meals.

Eugenia Potter’S 27 Ingredient Chili Con Carne

Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 20 Calories: 162.3

Description

This robust chili combines savory sirloin and pork sausage with earthy pinto beans and tangy baked beans for a deeply flavorful stew. The addition of fresh vegetables like green peppers, celery, and onions adds crunch and brightness, while a blend of chili powder, oregano, and black pepper provides a warm, aromatic heat. Slow-simmered to perfection, the flavors meld into a thick, satisfying consistency that is perfect for cold evenings. Serve it hot with a dollop of sour cream and grated orange peel for a zesty finish. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal dish for potlucks, family dinners, or freezing for later meals.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Wash the dry pinto beans thoroughly and soak them in water overnight.
  2. Drain the soaked beans and place them in a large pot; cover with fresh water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 2 to 3 hours until tender.
  3. Drain the cooked pinto beans and set aside.
  4. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  5. Add chopped onions, diced green chilies, and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until the onions are soft and translucent.
  6. Add the chopped sirloin to the skillet and cook over moderate heat until the meat is browned.
  7. In a separate pan, brown the pork sausage and pour off any excess fat.
  8. Transfer the cooked sausage to the skillet with the sirloin mixture.
  9. Sprinkle the meat mixture with flour and stir to blend, coating the meat evenly.
  10. Transfer the meat mixture to a large Dutch oven or 8-quart kettle.
  11. Add the cooked pinto beans, canned baked beans, chopped green pepper, celery, sliced mushrooms, olives, pimientos, tomatoes, chili sauce, and all spices (salt, garlic salt, black pepper, oregano, chili powder).
  12. Stir to combine all ingredients and bring the mixture just to a boil.
  13. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 30 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
  14. Skim off any fat that rises to the top using a cold spoon.
  15. Stir in the minced parsley and chopped cilantro just before serving.
  16. Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of grated orange peel.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 20


Amount Per Serving
Calories 162.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.8g2%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 5.7mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 30.6g11%
Dietary Fiber 10.2g41%
Sugars 1.1g
Protein 10.2g21%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chili, con carne, american, comfort food, slow cooked, sausage, sirloin, pinto beans, hearty, spicy, stew, meat, beans, spices, dinner, potluck, freezer meal, traditional, homestyle, warming
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