Green Chile Stew

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 green bell peppers, chopped
• 2 (15-ounce) cans of diced tomatoes (undrained)
• 1 (15-ounce) can of corn (drained)
• 1 (15-ounce) can of black beans (drained and rinsed)
• 1 (10-ounce) can of diced green chiles (undrained)
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can of chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Sour cream and grated cheese (optional, for garnish)

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

2-3 hours

Difficulty Level:

2 (easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Brown the ground beef in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Drain off any excess fat.
2. Add the onion and green peppers to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the tomatoes, corn, black beans, green chiles, chicken broth, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 2-3 hours, or until the stew has thickened.
4. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
5. Serve hot, garnished with sour cream and grated cheese, if desired.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (based on 8 servings):

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 25g

Dish Characteristics:

• Warm and comforting
• Savory and spicy
• Rich in flavor and texture
• Customizable with toppings

User Comments:

• "This stew was absolutely delicious! The green chiles added a perfect amount of heat."
• "I loved the combination of flavors in this dish. It was hearty and satisfying."
• "I'm not usually a fan of green chiles, but this stew was an exception. It was so good!"
• "I made this stew with turkey instead of ground beef, and it turned out great."
• "This is my go-to recipe for a cold winter night. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't like spicy food, reduce the amount of green chiles used.
• You can also add other vegetables to the stew, such as carrots, celery, or potatoes.
• Serve the stew with crusty bread or tortillas for dipping.