Chile Grande With Beans

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A robust, slow-simmered stew blending tender beef, savory ham, and earthy pinto beans for a hearty American classic.
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This Chile Grande With Beans is the ultimate comfort food, offering a deep, complex flavor profile that develops over hours of gentle simmering. The dish combines lean stew meat and smoky bacon drippings with aromatic Spanish onions and celery, creating a rich base. Ground ham rind adds a subtle savory depth, while dried pinto beans absorb the seasoned broth, becoming creamy and tender. Spices like oregano, cumin, and cayenne provide a warm, gentle heat that isn’t overpowering. Ideal for cold evenings or family gatherings, this hearty one-pot meal serves as both a satisfying main course and a versatile base for toppings like cheese or sour cream. It is rustic, flavorful, and deeply satisfying.

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Chile Grande With Beans

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 344.4

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This Chile Grande With Beans is the ultimate comfort food, offering a deep, complex flavor profile that develops over hours of gentle simmering. The dish combines lean stew meat and smoky bacon drippings with aromatic Spanish onions and celery, creating a rich base. Ground ham rind adds a subtle savory depth, while dried pinto beans absorb the seasoned broth, becoming creamy and tender. Spices like oregano, cumin, and cayenne provide a warm, gentle heat that isn't overpowering. Ideal for cold evenings or family gatherings, this hearty one-pot meal serves as both a satisfying main course and a versatile base for toppings like cheese or sour cream. It is rustic, flavorful, and deeply satisfying.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Melt the bacon drippings in a heavy-bottomed Dutch oven or large stockpot over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped Spanish onion and celery to the pot, saut&# 195;©ing until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the finely cut lean stew meat to the pot and brown it thoroughly with the vegetables, stirring occasionally.
  4. Stir in the ground ham rind, garlic, oregano, cayenne pepper, chili powder, cumin, and salt, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the red wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  6. Add the dried pinto beans and enough water to cover all ingredients by about an inch.
  7. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 2 to 3 hours until the meat and beans are very tender.
  8. Check occasionally and add more water if the chili becomes too thick during cooking.
  9. Once cooked, remove about half a cup of beans, mash them with a fork, and stir them back into the pot to thicken the consistency.
  10. Simmer uncovered for 10 more minutes to allow flavors to meld, then serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 344.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17.8g28%
Saturated Fat 6.6g33%
Cholesterol 93.2mg32%
Sodium 358.3mg15%
Total Carbohydrate 4.0g2%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g5%
Sugars 1.8g
Protein 38.0g76%

* 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: chile, chili, beans, pinto, beef, stew, ham, bacon, comfort food, american, slow cook, spicy, cumin, oregano, hearty, dinner, stew meat, onion, celery, red wine
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