Ingredients

  • 3 lb. stewing beef, cut into cubes
  • 2 medium onions, minced
  • 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
  • 1 (16 oz.) can pinto beans
  • 1 (10 oz.) tomatoes
  • 1 c. water
  • 2 (4 oz.) cans green chilies
  • 3 Tbsp. beef broth granules
  • 1 Tbsp. sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 c. shredded white Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 6 to 8 flour tortillas

Method

  • Brown beef and onion in oil in large saucepan.
  • Add beans, tomatoes, water, chilies, beef broth granules, sugar and garlic; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 1 hour or until meat is tender.
  • To serve, ladle into individual bowls and sprinkle with cheese.
  • Serve with warm tortillas.
  • Makes 6 to 8 servings.