Cattlemen's Beef and Beans

Satisfy your craving for hearty, homestyle cooking with this flavor-packed recipe for Cattlemen's Beef and Beans. A perfect weeknight dinner, this one-pot dish combines savory ground beef, perfectly tender kidney and pinto beans, and fire-roasted diced tomatoes with green chilies for a kick of bold flavor. Infused with a smoky blend of chili powder, cumin, and paprika, and simmered in a rich beef broth, this dish is the epitome of comfort food. Ready in under an hour, it’s an ideal choice for busy cooks, offering protein-packed warmth and a touch of spice. Serve it with a side of golden cornbread or fluffy rice to soak up every last drop—this recipe is hearty, wholesome, and sure to satisfy.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces canned pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• 10 ounces canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 1 cup beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoons cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add olive oil to the pot and allow it to heat up.

Step 2

Add the ground beef to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 3

Stir in the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat the beef mixture in the spices.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to enhance its flavor.

Step 6

Pour in the beef broth and stir to combine. Add the canned diced tomatoes with green chilies, kidney beans, and pinto beans. Stir everything together.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or spices if needed.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh cilantro if desired, alongside cornbread or over rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2012.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1983.8

Total Fat 99.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 301.1mg	0%
Sodium 5355.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 163.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 51.6g	0%
Total Sugars 19.2g
Protein 127.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 438.2mg	0%
Iron 25.3mg	0%
Potassium 4573.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.4%

Protein: 24.8%

Carbs: 31.7%