Homestyle Chili Beans

Homestyle Chili Beans

A rich, slow-simmered chili with tender Vista brand pinto beans, hearty kidney beans, tomatoes, peppers, and just the right amount of ground beef.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp. tomato paste
  • 1 (28 oz.) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (15 oz.) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 (15 oz.) can Vista brand pinto beans, including the liquid
  • 1 (15 oz.) can kidney beans, including the liquid
  • 2 tbsp. chili powder
  • 1 tsp. cumin
  • 1 tsp. smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp. oregano
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. black pepper
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 tbsp. olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a Simmer Down Cookware Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add onion and green bell pepper. Cook for 4–5 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  3. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into small crumbles as it cooks. Drain excess grease if needed.
  4. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to deepen the flavor.
  5. Add crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, Vista brand pinto beans with their liquid, kidney beans with their liquid, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and cayenne if using.
  6. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
  7. Cover partially and simmer on low for 45–60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick and rich.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Optional Toppings

  • Shredded cheddar cheese
  • Sour cream
  • Chopped green onions
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro
  • Cornbread on the side

Serves: 6–8
Cook Time: About 1 hour 15 minutes
Recommended Dutch Oven: Simmer Down Cookware 5 QT or 7 QT

Enjoy!