Chasens Famous Chili

Step 1: Rinse and sort dried pinto beans removing any debris.

Step 2: Place the beans in a 8 quart soup pot and cover with cold water by at least one inch.

Step 3: Cover with a lid and soak overnight.

Step 4: When ready to cook

Step 5: Heat on medium and bring to a boil. Lower heat to maintain a simmer and cook until the beans are tender, but not soft; about 45 minutes.

Step 6: Add water if needed during cooking to keep most beans covered.

Step 7: Add the canned diced tomatoes and cover the pot with a tight fitting lid, and reduce the heat to low.

Step 8: In a large skillet,

Step 9: Warm the vegetable oil over medium heat.

Step 10: Once shimmering, add the green peppers and sauté for five minutes.

Step 11: Add the onion and cook until tender, stirring often.

Step 12: Push the peppers and onions aside making a hole in the center of the pan. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.

Step 13: Pour the pepper mixture into the beans and add the parsley.

Step 14: Return the skillet to the heat and add the butter.

Step 15: Once melted add the beef and pork and cook 15 minutes

Step 16: Add chili powder

Step 17: Simmer 10 minutes ,dont burn

Step 18: Add rest of spices

Step 19: Pour into beans and cook covered 1 hour

Step 20: Uncover

Step 21: Simmer ,cook 1/2 hour stirring so doesn't burn