BLACK BEAN AND BEEF CHILI

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This beef and bean chili has a secret ingredient that adds both a little sweetness and tang: dried cherries!

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 4h

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup dried cherries
One 14-ounce can crushed tomatoes
2 pounds beef chuck, cubed into 1-inch pieces
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped (about 2 cups)
1 red bell pepper, chopped (about 1 cup)
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 tablespoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon chopped chipotle in adobo
Two 15-ounce cans black beans, plus 1/2 cup bean liquid
2 cups shredded Cheddar
[For Serving:] Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Bring 1 cup water to a boil and pour over the dried cherries in a small bowl. Steep the cherries until plump and soft, about 20 minutes. Puree the water, cherries and tomatoes in a blender and reserve.
  • Sprinkle the beef cubes with salt and pepper. Heat the oil a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the beef, in two batches, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 7 minutes per batch. Remove the beef to a plate.
  • Reduce the heat to medium, add the onions and peppers and cook, stirring, until the vegetables begin to soften, about 3 minutes. Add the chili powder and oregano, stirring until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Pour in the tomato-cherry sauce, the soy sauce, chipotle and 2 cups water. Return the beef to the pot and simmer the chili until the meat is tender, about 3 1/2 hours, adding water if necessary to keep the beef submerged.
  • Add the black beans and bean liquid to the chili during the last 30 minutes of cooking. Serve with rice and sprinkle with Cheddar.

Kiki o
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This chili is just okay. It's not bad, but it's not amazing either.


Ronald Kayanja
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I've tried a lot of chili recipes, and this one is definitely my favorite. It's the perfect combination of spicy and flavorful.


Aman Rajar
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This chili is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's so flavorful and delicious.


Joycelyn Rollins
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I'm not a big fan of black beans, but I really enjoyed this chili. The flavors were well-balanced.


Taco Escandon
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This chili is a great way to use up leftover beef.


Sana jan
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I love how customizable this chili is. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my taste.


Emmanuel Iseoluwa
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I wasn't a big fan of this chili. It was too bland for my taste.


Tuli Tuli
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This chili is so easy to make. I just throw everything in the slow cooker and let it cook all day.


Destination Unlimited Treks
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I've been making this chili for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Kithu Lovely
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This chili was too spicy for me. I had to add some sour cream to cool it down.


Ajmal kharik15
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I love that this chili is made with black beans. It's a healthier alternative to traditional chili.


Shariq ahmed
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This chili was easy to make and tasted great. I will definitely be making it again.


Towhida S
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I found this chili to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices and it was much better.


Frances Root
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This chili is a little bit spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it.


Darlington Arinze
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I wasn't sure how I would like the combination of black beans and beef, but I was pleasantly surprised. It was delicious!


Christopher Ellis
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I've made this chili several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Malik Zaifi
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This chili is perfect for a cold winter day.


Niall Kelly
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I love how versatile this chili is. I can add different vegetables or beans depending on what I have on hand.


jaydee 76 (God breathed)
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This chili was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and had a great flavor. I'll definitely be making it again.