Bush’s Chili Beans Recipe
The Bush’s Chili Beans Recipe is warm, hearty and full of bold flavor. It’s made with tender beans, a rich tomato sauce and the perfect blend of spices.
Ingredients
- 2 cans 15 oz each pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can 8 oz tomato sauce
- ½ cup water
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Sauté the Onion and Garlic
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic. Cook until soft and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
Add Spices
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute to release their aroma.
Add Tomato Sauce and Water
- Pour in tomato sauce and water. Stir well to combine everything.
Add the Beans
- Add pinto beans to the pot and mix gently so they don’t break.
Simmer Slowly
- Reduce heat and let it simmer for 20–25 minutes. Stir occasionally until the sauce thickens and the beans soak up all the flavor.
Taste and Adjust
- Add salt and black pepper to taste. If you like it spicy, add a little more cayenne.
Notes
- Use canned beans to save time.
- For extra flavor, add a splash of hot sauce.
- You can use black beans or kidney beans instead of pinto.
- Add cooked ground beef or turkey for a meaty version.
- Let the beans rest for a few minutes before serving — it deepens the flavor.