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Ham and Bean Chili
 
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 20 Minutes
Servings: 10
Leftover ham gets an unusual treatment from Carol Forcum of Marion, Illinois in this creative chili blend that features three kinds of convenient canned beans. I sometimes serve it in bowls over rice or corn bread and garnish it with cheese, she notes.
Ingredients:
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 jar (8 ounces) picante sauce
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/2 cup water, optional
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
shredded cheddar cheese
Directions:
1. In a large saucepan, cook the ham, onion, green pepper and garlic in oil until tender. Stir in tomatoes, beans, picante sauce, tomato sauce and water if desired. Bring to a boil. Stir in the olives, bouillon, thyme, salt and pepper. Reduce heat, simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes. Garnish with cheese. Yield: 10 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts).
By RecipeOfHealth.com