What People Love About This Recipe
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"Perfect spice level"
Most mentioned in 600+ comments
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"So filling and hearty"
Protein-packed comfort
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"Even better the next day"
Great for meal prep
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"Budget-friendly"
Feeds a crowd cheaply
Recipe Overview
This hearty bean chili from The Happy Pear is the ultimate comfort food. Packed with beans, vegetables, and warming spices, it's perfect for cold days and big appetites. The secret is letting it simmer to develop deep, complex flavors.
Pro Tips from the Comments
- Add cocoa powder: "A tablespoon of cocoa adds amazing depth!" - @secretingredient
- Top it right: "Avocado, vegan sour cream, and fresh cilantro are essential" - @toppingqueen
- Make it smokier: "Add a chipotle pepper for extra smokiness" - @smokeyflavor
Community Reviews & Tips
1,234 commentsThis is now my go-to chili recipe. Made it for a football party and even the meat-eaters went back for seconds. The layers of flavor are incredible and it freezes beautifully!
Made this in my instant pot and it was perfect! Served it over rice with all the toppings. My kids devour it every time.