Big Batch Beef and Three Bean Chilli for the Freezer
A big pot of smoky, rich chilli that makes eight portions and tastes even better after a night in the fridge.
- Time1 hr 15
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £2.55 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oil in your biggest pan over a medium high heat. Add the onions and peppers and cook for 8 minutes until soft.
8 min - 2
Add the garlic, paprika, cumin and chilli powder and stir for 1 minute until the pan smells smoky.
- 3
Add the mince and cook for 8 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon, until no pink is left.
8 min - 4
Stir in the tomato purée, chopped tomatoes and stock. Bring to the boil, then turn the heat down and simmer for 30 minutes.
30 min - 5
Add all three beans and simmer for 10 minutes more. The chilli should be thick and glossy.
10 min - 6
Cool quickly, then spoon into freezer boxes or bags in single portions. Chill fully before freezing. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat until piping hot.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.