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Brown Bean Chowder

Brown Bean Chowder: A Comfort Food Classic Reimagined

This hearty Brown Bean Chowder is a nostalgic one-pot meal made with pinto beans, ground beef, tomato, and spices. Perfect for chilly days and cozy dinners.

  • Total Time: ~2 hours 40 minutes (plus soaking time if needed)
  • Yield: Serves 8–10 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2½ cups dried pinto beans
  • 3 quarts water
  • 1½ tsp + 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1½ tsp + 1 tbsp salt
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • ½ medium onion, chopped
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 1⅔ cups tomato puree
  • 1 cup dry breadcrumbs

Instructions

  1. Soak and simmer beans until nearly tender with initial seasoning.
  2. Brown beef with onions and garlic in a skillet.
  3. Add tomato puree, chili powder, salt, breadcrumbs to the beef mixture.
  4. Combine with beans, simmer until thickened (~30–45 min).
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning or texture as needed. Serve hot!
  • Author: Norah
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course, Soup, Stew
  • Method: Stovetop simmering
  • Cuisine: American, Midwestern, Southern comfort food

Keywords: Brown Bean Chowder, pinto bean stew, chili-style chowder, school lunch chili, bean and beef chowder, one-pot bean recipe