Best 2 Brown Bean Chili Recipes

Brown bean chili is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover brown beans. This article will provide you with a few tips for making the best brown bean chili, as well as a few different recipes to choose from. Whether you like your chili mild or spicy, or prefer it with meat or without, you are sure to find a recipe that you will enjoy. So gather your ingredients and get ready to cook up a pot of delicious brown bean chili!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BLACK BEAN & BROWN RICE CHILI (VEGETARIAN)

Black Bean & brown rice Chili (vegetarian) image

from the kitchen of Joyce DeVoid who always eating right doesn't mean giving up on flavors you love.

Provided by malinda sargent

Categories Other Main Dishes

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/2 c brown rice
1 c hot water
1 Tbsp canola oil
1 medium red onion diced
1 green bell pepper seeded and diced
2 stalks celery chopped
2 clove garlic
1 16 oz can crushed tomatoes or 2 cups
1 15 oz can black beans drained
1 Tbsp chili powder
1 Tbsp oregano, dried
1 1/2 tsp cumin

Steps:

1. combine the rice and water in a sauce pan and bring to boil. Cover and cook for 35-40 minutes over low heat until liquid has been absorbed. Fluff the rice and let stand 5-10 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a saucepan and add onion, pepper, celery, and garlic. Cook for 7-10 minutes over a medium heat, stirring frequently. Stir in tomatos, beans and seasonings and cook 10 more minutes over low heat stir once in awhile.
3. Stir in the rice and cook for 15 minutes more. Ladle the chili in bowls serve with cornbread, and add optional toppings such as avacado, sour cream, or cheese.

BROWN BEAN CHILI

BROWN BEAN CHILI image

Categories Soup/Stew Bean Stew

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1lb brown (pinto) beans
1 stick salted butter
1lb ground beef
3 small cans of tomato sauce
1 pkg chili seasoning
1 large white onion

Steps:

Wash and look over beans. Put beans in a large dutch oven and cover with 3/4 of a pot of water. Add stick of butter to pot with a little salt and fresh ground pepper. Cook beans for 2 to 3 hours until beans are cooked thru and sauce is thick. Keep adding water as necessary. After beans are done, cook hamburger and onion and drain. Add meat to beans with tomoato sauce and seasoning. Simmer 30 minutes to blend flavors. (Add cayenne pepper if you like it spicy.)

Tips:

Soak the beans overnight: This will help to soften the beans and reduce the cooking time.
Rinse the beans before cooking: This will help to remove any dirt or debris.
Use a variety of beans: This will add flavor and texture to the chili.
Sauté the vegetables before adding them to the chili: This will help to caramelize the vegetables and add a deeper flavor to the chili.
Use a variety of spices: This will add flavor and complexity to the chili.
Let the chili simmer for at least 30 minutes: This will allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the chili with your favorite toppings: This could include cheese, sour cream, avocado, or cilantro.

Conclusion:

Brown bean chili is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cold day. It is also a very versatile dish that can be easily customized to your liking. Whether you like your chili mild or spicy, with beans or without, there is a recipe out there that is perfect for you. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give brown bean chili a try. You won't be disappointed!