Ingredients
Method
Part A: Make the Pinto Bean Chili
Soak the Beans
- In a Dutch oven, add dried beans and fresh water covering them by an inch or two. Bring to a boil for 2 minutes, then cover and let stand for 1 hour. Drain and rinse.
Brown Meat & Veggies
- Return pot to medium heat. Add ground beef, onion, and celery; cook until the meat is no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
Create the Base
- Sprinkle flour evenly and stir to coat the meat and veggies. Gradually add 4 cups of water.
Season & Simmer
- Stir in the pinto beans, chili powder, cumin, and sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1½ hours, or until beans are tender.
Finish the Chili
- Add crushed tomatoes, cider vinegar, and salt. Heat through, stirring occasionally. Taste and adjust spices if needed.
Part B: Make Chili Cheese Quesadillas
Prepare Tortillas
- Spread ~1 Tbsp chopped green chiles over half of each tortilla, then sprinkle ¼ cup cheese on top. Fold tortillas in half.
Cook Quesadillas
- Heat 1 tsp canola oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook quesadillas, adding more oil as needed, flipping once, until each side is golden and the cheese melted.
Serve Hot
- Cut each quesadilla into two wedges.