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Chile Grande With Beans

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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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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 344.4
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
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
  • 4 tablespoon Bacon drippings
  • 1 lg Spanish onion; chopped
  • 2 Stalks Celery; chopped
  • 1 pound Lean stew meat; finely
Directions
  1. 1
    Melt the bacon drippings in a heavy-bottomed Dutch oven or large stockpot over medium heat.
  2. 2
    Add the chopped Spanish onion and celery to the pot, saut&# 195;©ing until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. 3
    Add the finely cut lean stew meat to the pot and brown it thoroughly with the vegetables, stirring occasionally.
  4. 4
    Stir in the ground ham rind, garlic, oregano, cayenne pepper, chili powder, cumin, and salt, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. 5
    Pour in the red wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  6. 6
    Add the dried pinto beans and enough water to cover all ingredients by about an inch.
  7. 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. 8
    Check occasionally and add more water if the chili becomes too thick during cooking.
  9. 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. 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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