Brown Bean Chowder

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 5
Brown Bean Chowder Recipe for a Hearty Meal
in Soup

Prep

120 min

Cook

180 min

Ready In

300 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars
Loading...

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups dried pinto beans
3 quarts water
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 pound ground beef
1/2 medium onion , chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 2/3 cups tomato puree
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon salt
1 cup dry bread crumbs

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
433
Sugar
7g
Fat
17g
Brown Bean Chowder is a classic American soup that is perfect for cold winter nights. This dish is full of flavor and hearty enough to fill up even the hungriest of guests. The combination of beans and ground beef gives the dish a lovely earthy taste that pairs perfectly with the accompanying bread or crackers. If desired, you can add in some extra vegetables like carrots and celery to boost the nutritional value of this delicious soup. Whether eaten as a main meal or as a side, this Brown Bean Chowder recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Instructions

1.Rinse the dried pinto beans and remove any debris, then soak overnight in water.
2.Drain the beans, add 3 quarts water, 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder, and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt to a large pot and bring to a boil.
3.Reduce the heat and let the beans simmer in the pot for about 3 hours, until tender.
4.While the beans are cooking, brown ground beef in a separate pan along with chopped onions and minced garlic. Once cooked through, add in tomato puree, 1 tablespoon chili powder, and 1 tablespoon salt. Stir until well combined.
5.After the beans are tender, add in the bread crumbs and cooked ground beef mixture. Simmer for an additional 30 minutes until the bread crumbs have dissolved and the chowder has thickened.

PROS

This hearty Brown Bean Chowder is a filling and comforting meal that is perfect for any cold day.

The combination of beans and ground beef provides a great source of protein.

CONS

This recipe can be time-consuming, requiring overnight soaking of beans and a long cooking time.

It may not be suitable for those following a vegetarian or vegan diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pinto beans in this recipe are a great source of plant-based protein, fiber, iron, and other essential vitamins and minerals that are necessary for maintaining good health.
This hearty soup is also low in fat and sugar, making it a healthy meal option.

Print

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.