Chili

chef kristin #2's Note:

This is only for my menu planning purposes. Its VERY easy and is basically the recipe on the back of the bean package! I also like to make this with a package of Hurst's Hambeens Chili 15 Bean Soup instead of Pinto beans and chili seasoning.

• Total Time: 80 hrs
• Prep Time: 8 hrs
• Cook Time: 72 hrs

Ingredients:

Serves: 10

Yield: 2.5 quarts

• 1 (16 ounce) package pinto beans
• chili seasoning mix
• ¾ cup onion , chopped
• 1 garlic clove , minced
• 1 (15 ounce) can stewed tomatoes , chopped
• 1 lemon, juice of

Directions:

1. Soak beans overnight.
2. After soaking, drain water and add 2 qts water.
3. Bring beans to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 2 hours.
4. In a skillet, saute onion & garlic.
5. Add tomatoes and contents of flavor packet. Simmer 5 minutes.
6. Add mixture to bean pot. Simmer uncovered for an hour or until beans are tender.