1-1/2 pounds pork tenderloin, cubed
2 large onions, diced
4 celery ribs, diced
2 tablespoons butter
6 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
4 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
2 cups water
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon each white pepper, cayenne pepper, ground cumin and pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, optional
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1In a Dutch oven, cook the pork, onions and celery in butter over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Stir in the beans, broth, water, jalapenos, spices, garlic, salt, parsley and hot pepper sauce if desired. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 to 1/2 hours.
2Uncover; simmer 30 to 40 minutes longer or until chili reaches desired consistency. Sprinkle with cheese.
Note
Wear disposable gloves when cutting hot peppers; the oils can burn skin. Avoid touching your face.
Total Time
Prep: 10 min Cook: 2 hours
Makes 15 servings
Nutrition Facts
1-1/2 cups: 253 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 40mg cholesterol, 1047mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 9g fiber), 20g protein.