Hearty Beef & Bean Chili (Open Fire)
Richard Fagan • July 25, 2026
Equipment
Large cast-iron pot or Dutch oven, long-handled spoon
Ingredients (4 servings)
- 1 pouch Mountain House Diced Beef or 1 can Chili Con Carne w/Beans
- 1–2 cups Black Beans (cooked/drained)
- 1 cup Augason Farms Tomato Sauce or Tomato Chunks & Garlic
- 1 cup Augason Farms VegMedley Blend or Sliced Carrots (rehydrated)
- 1–2 cups cooked Augason Farms Brown or White Rice (or Long Grain / Jasmine Rice)
- Optional: Augason Farms Beef Veg Meat Substitute for extra bulk
Directions
- Rehydrate beef and vegetables if needed.
- Combine all ingredients in the pot with a little broth or water.
- Simmer over medium coals 15–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Serve over rice.
Nutrition (approx. per serving)
- Calories: 420–500
- Protein: 28–35 g
SHTF Nutrient Highlights
Excellent protein + complete amino acids from beef + beans. High iron and fiber from beans. Tomato products add some Vitamin C and Vitamin A. Solid potassium for electrolytes.
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