PINTO BEAN CHILI

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Cumin and chili powder season this traditional chili from Sandy Dilatush of Denver, Colorado. Quesadillas on the side make this Southwestern soup a meal.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 2h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

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Ingredients

1 pound dried pinto beans
2 pounds ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
3 celery ribs, chopped
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups water
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
2 teaspoons cider vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
CHILI CHEESE QUESADILLAS:
2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chilies
12 flour tortillas (6 inches)
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
3 teaspoons canola oil

Steps:

Place beans in a Dutch oven or soup kettle; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 1 hour. Drain and rinse beans, discarding liquid. , In a Dutch oven, cook the beef, onion and celery over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually stir in water. Add the beans, chili powder, cumin and sugar. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/2 hours or until beans are tender. Stir in the tomatoes, vinegar and salt; heat through, stirring occasionally., Meanwhile, for quesadillas, spread about 1 tablespoon of chilies on half of each tortilla. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup of cheese; fold in half. In a large skillet, cook tortillas in 1 teaspoon of oil over medium heat until lightly browned on each side, adding more oil as needed. Cut each in half. Serve with chili.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 787 calories, Fat 34g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 120mg cholesterol, Sodium 1373mg sodium, Carbohydrate 72g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 18g fiber), Protein 51g protein.

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Juanita Juarez

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I made this chili last night and it was delicious! I used ground turkey instead of beef and it turned out great. I also added a can of corn and a can of black beans. It was the perfect meal for a cold night.

Ibrahim Nura

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This chili is amazing! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love that it's made with pinto beans, which gives it a unique flavor. I also love that it's not too spicy, so it's perfect for ever

Hasib Ialam

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I've made this chili several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that it's made with pinto beans, which gives it a unique flavor. I also love that it's not too spicy, so it's perfect for everyone. I hig

Allison Herrera

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This chili is the perfect comfort food. It's so hearty and filling. I love to make it on a cold night. It's also great for a crowd. I always get rave reviews when I make this chili.

Sultana Bano

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I'm not a big fan of chili, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and flavorful. I love the combination of pinto beans and ground beef. I also love that it's not too spicy. I highly recommend this chili!

Sapana Goma

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This chili is so easy to make and it's so flavorful. I love that it's made with simple ingredients that I always have on hand. I also love that it's not too spicy, so it's perfect for everyone. I highly recommend this chili!

This chili is the perfect comfort food. It's so hearty and filling. I love to make it on a cold night. It's also great for a crowd. I always get rave reviews when I make this chili.