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Pintos, Smoky Sausage and Chard Stew Spiced with A Habanero Pepper

January 24, 2014 by Nancy Lopez-McHugh

 Pintos, Smoky Sausage and Chard Stew Spiced with A Habanero Pepper by @SpicieFoodie | #stew #beans #sausage #habaneropepper #spicy

Chilly or cold weather to me means a hearty warm bowl of stew is in order. We’ve had a few chilly days here. Let me clarify, when I say “chilly” I mean temperatures in the low 20°C and upper teens Centigrade; in Fahrenheit that would be a range from mid 70s to 60s. My, my, how spoiled I’ve become. Regardless, the chill in the air (or in my imagination) was making me crave a warming meal. And that’s exactly what I set out to cook.

 Pintos, Smoky Sausage and Chard Stew Spiced with A Habanero Pepper by @SpicieFoodie | #stew #beans #sausage #habaneropepper #spicy

This bean stew has everything you need in it: lots of protein, energy, a green leafy vegetable and a hot pepper too! It is a scientific fact that protein not only helps keep you feeling fuller longer, but also warms you up as your body is breaking it, the protein, down. We all know how wonderful green leaf vegetables are for us, and swiss chard is no exception. It is actually one of the most nutritious foods you can eat. Hot peppers are believed to raise our metabolism and therefore help keep our bodies warm. I don’t know if this is an actual fact but I do know that my body sure warms up when I’m eating spicy food.

 Pintos, Smoky Sausage and Chard Stew Spiced with A Habanero Pepper by @SpicieFoodie | #stew #beans #sausage #habaneropepper #spicy

 

5.0 from 2 reviews
Pintos, Smoky Sausage and Chard Stew Spiced with A Habanero Pepper
 
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Prep time
8 mins
Cook time
2 hours
Total time
2 hours 8 mins
 
A fusion bean stew that is hearty, filling, a tad spicy and very satisfying to the last spoonful.
Author: SpicieFoodie.com & Nancy Lopez-McHugh
Recipe type: stew, main dish, winter, spicy
Cuisine: Fusion, International, Mexican
Serves: 2-3
Ingredients
  • 1 cup of dried pinto beans
  • 3 large smokey sausages
  • 6 chard leave, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium carrot, peeled & sliced
  • half a small onion, roughly sliced
  • 1 green habanero, stem removed but left whole or for milder stew remove the seeds and/or add a smaller piece
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 3 to 5 cups of chicken broth, low-sodium and no msg
  • 1.5 tsp fine sea salt, adjust to taste
  • 1-2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
  1. Heat the oil and once warm sauté onions and carrots, until onions are soft and translucent. Add the habanero and minced garlic and sauté for about 3 minutes, then add the sausage and cook for about 5 minutes until it begins to brown. Pour in the beans, broth, chard and sea salt and mix until well combined. Cover, reduce heat to low and allow to simmer until the beans have cooked through. If needed you can add more broth or water, I added a total of 4 cups to get the beans cooked through. It is also up to you how “soupy” you would like to serve the dish, and can add more or less broth or water. Before serving taste and adjust salt if necessary. Allow to cool slightly before serving. If you'd like, slice each sausage before serving on top of the stew. Serve with crusty bread or corn tortillas and white onion slices. Avocado is also a great topping for this stew.
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 Pintos, Smoky Sausage and Chard Stew Spiced with A Habanero Pepper by @SpicieFoodie | #stew #beans #sausage #habaneropepper #spicy

As you can see from the photos, I served corn tortillas alongside our stew. These days corn tortillas are a part of virtually all of our meals. I’m not complaining.

 Pintos, Smoky Sausage and Chard Stew Spiced with A Habanero Pepper by @SpicieFoodie | #stew #beans #sausage #habaneropepper #spicy

So how did it taste? It perfectly satisfied my craving and need for a warming meal. The habanero complimented the smokiness of the sausage wonderfully. I loved that it, or it’s spiciness, didn’t overpower any of the other flavours — it was just spicy enough.

Have a great weekend and stay warm!
 

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Filed Under: Beans/Legumes, Mexican, Soups/Stews

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Comments

  1. Rosa says

    January 24, 2014 at 09:03

    What a mouthwatering dish and combination! Terrific.

    Cheers,

    Rosa

    • Spicie Foodie says

      January 24, 2014 at 10:22

      Thank you Rosa!

  2. RavieNomNoms says

    January 24, 2014 at 10:13

    YUM, what a lovely recipe!

    • Spicie Foodie says

      January 24, 2014 at 10:22

      Thank you Raven!

  3. Victoria of Flavors of the Sun says

    January 24, 2014 at 10:15

    What a perfect recipe for these colder days. And made with really fresh Mexican dried beans (any type!)…how divine!

    • Spicie Foodie says

      January 24, 2014 at 10:25

      Yes, any type of beans would be great! Thanks Victoria:)

  4. Gwen @SimplyHealthyFamily says

    January 24, 2014 at 11:53

    I’m trying to eat as much of stews and soups as I can while the weather is somewhat chilly here in Phoenix. This looks wonderful, I love all things spicy and especially the chard in here.

    • Spicie Foodie says

      January 24, 2014 at 12:43

      That’s great, Gwen, enjoy all those soups and stews. Thanks!

  5. Gauss says

    January 24, 2014 at 16:55

    “Chill in the air”… I would love to be there for those chilly days. It is currently -8 Celsius here (-13 with wind chill) and it’s only going to get colder through the evening. Today at work people were getting excited because we might get to see 0 Celsius this weekend!

    Anyway, the stew sounds great, I’ll have to try it soon. I love cooking up a big pot of something filling but still healthy when it’s cold (and I mean, really cold) outside. Thank you for all your delicious recipes and photos!

    • Spicie Foodie says

      January 24, 2014 at 17:36

      Hi Gauss! I’m horrible aren’t I? Lol. Yes, you definitely know what a chill in the air is. I hope it warms up bit for you. Enjoy your soups and I’ll stop my (silly) complaining. Thank you:)

  6. Medeja says

    January 24, 2014 at 21:53

    Really great and warming stew :) real comfort food, looks lovely :)

    • Spicie Foodie says

      January 25, 2014 at 09:56

      Thanks Medeja!

  7. Betty says

    January 24, 2014 at 22:54

    It was six degrees Fahrenheit this morning when I woke up- I definitely need some soup to warm up! This one looks hearty and delicious- that habanero should take care of any chill I might have. :)

    • Spicie Foodie says

      January 25, 2014 at 09:56

      Brrr! Better get that pot on the stove Betty.

  8. Arthur in the Garden! says

    January 25, 2014 at 13:45

    Lovely! The temp last night was 21f (-6C) so I think I will add TWO habeneros! :-)

    • Spicie Foodie says

      January 25, 2014 at 20:29

      Too cold for me! Yes I think 2 habaneros is best. Enjoy Arthur:)

  9. David says

    January 25, 2014 at 16:35

    In the photos it looks like there is sweet potato or carrot. Am I just seeing things?

    • Spicie Foodie says

      January 25, 2014 at 20:30

      Hi David! You are correct, it’s a carrot and I forgot to add it to the recipe. Oops! All fixed now, thanks for catching that.:)

  10. yummychunklet says

    January 25, 2014 at 19:01

    What a great stew! Tasty looking!

    • Spicie Foodie says

      January 25, 2014 at 20:31

      Thank you!:)

  11. anna says

    January 25, 2014 at 22:25

    this looks amazing

    • Spicie Foodie says

      January 26, 2014 at 19:17

      Thank you Anna!

  12. Joanne T Ferguson says

    January 25, 2014 at 22:33

    G’day! This is my type of recipe Nancy, true!
    Wish could come through the screen and try some of your mouth watering recipe! GREAT photos as always that inspire!
    Cheers! Joanne

    • Spicie Foodie says

      January 26, 2014 at 19:17

      Thank you Joanne!

  13. Frank @Memorie di Angelina says

    January 26, 2014 at 09:12

    I could really use a bowl of this warming stew right now. The temps are positively arctic around here. Wishing I could stroll along the beach with beautiful 20C weather…

    • Spicie Foodie says

      January 26, 2014 at 19:18

      I’m sending you good weather wishes, Frank.

  14. John@Kitchen Riffs says

    January 26, 2014 at 11:17

    When I lived in Florida, I always broke out the sweaters and started making stews and chili when the temperature dropped too much below 65F! This looks wonderful – thanks.

    • Spicie Foodie says

      January 26, 2014 at 19:19

      So you know my “pain” exactly, John. Lol. Thanks!

  15. Ash-foodfashionparty says

    January 26, 2014 at 16:55

    That is a comforting and yum looking stew.

    • Spicie Foodie says

      January 26, 2014 at 19:19

      Thank you Ash!

  16. Ramona says

    January 26, 2014 at 17:13

    My kind of comfort food. :)

    • Spicie Foodie says

      January 26, 2014 at 19:20

      We always think alike, don’t we b-day twin?:)

  17. mjskit says

    January 29, 2014 at 18:45

    This is definitely my kind of stew!!! Hearty and rich with flavor! That habanero is adding a little burn to my mouth just thinking about it, but it’s a GOOD burn. :) Great recipe Nancy!

    • Spicie Foodie says

      February 2, 2014 at 13:35

      Thank you MJ!

  18. Joanne/WineLady Cooks says

    January 31, 2014 at 12:26

    This sound so delicious and comforting with the chilly temps we’ve been having here in the northeast. Definitely a comfort food for the season. Thanks for hosting the YBR, it’s always packed with delicious recipes.

    Joanne

  19. Joanne T Ferguson says

    February 9, 2014 at 18:17

    G’day! It is only brekkie, but am salivating for some of this now Nancy!
    Mouthwater photos!
    Cheers! Joanne

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