Mishmash Chili 1 1/2 pounds ground beef 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey 3/4 large white onion, diced 3 15-ounce cans kidney beans, drained 3 15-ounce) cans baked beans with pork 14 1/2- ounce) can stewed tomatoes 12-ounce can sliced mushrooms, drained 3 tablespoons chili powder 6 cloves garlic, minced 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon Salt and pepper to taste In a large pot, combine the ground beef, ground turkey, and onion. Cook while stirring over medium heat until meat is cooked through, about 10 minutes. Stir in the kidney beans, baked beans, tomatoes, and mushrooms. … Continue reading →

Delicious Baked Potato Soup 1/3 cup butter 2/3 cup flour 7 cups milk 4 large baking potatoes, baked, cooled, peeled and cubed, about 4 cups 4 green onions, thinly sliced 10 to 12 strips bacon, cooked, drained, and crumbled 1 1/4 cups mild cheddar cheese, shredded 1 cup of sour cream 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper In a large Dutch oven or stockpot over low heat, melt butter. Stir in flour, stirring until smooth and bubbly. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly, until sauce has thickened. Add potatoes and onions. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until soup begins to bubble. … Continue reading →

Pork and Black Bean Chili 1 1/4 pounds lean ground pork 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped 1 medium onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 15-ounce cans black beans, rinsed and drained 1 14 1/2-ounce can diced tomatoes, undrained 1 1/4 cups of water 2 teaspoons dried oregano, crushed 3/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon of limejuice Shredded cheddar cheese Nonstick cooking spray Flour tortillas Coat a heavy, large pot with nonstick cooking spray. Heat the pot over medium-high heat, adding pork, bell pepper, onion, garlic, and cumin. Cover and cook until pork is brown … Continue reading →

Hearty Texas Chili 2 pounds beef chuck or shin, in 1/2-inch cubes 8 tablespoons olive oil 5 tablespoons medium-hot chili powder 1 pound of Spanish chorizo sausage, sliced 1/4-inch thick 3 medium onions, chopped 7 garlic cloves 1 tablespoon of oregano, preferably Mexican, crumbled 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin, ground 2 teaspoons salt 3/4 teaspoon of fresh ground pepper 4 pounds canned Italian plum tomatoes, drained and chopped 24-ounce beer, Dos Equis or other Mexican beer 6 ounces tomato paste Toss meat with 3 tablespoons olive oil and 2 tablespoons chili powder in a bowl, letting stand in refrigerator overnight. Heat … Continue reading →

Thick Black Bean Chili 4 cups dried black beans, sorted and rinsed 2 tablespoons cumin seed 2 tablespoons dried oregano 1/2 cup olive oil 2 large onions, chopped 1 1/2 cups green bell peppers, finely chopped 3 tablespoons minced garlic 4 teaspoons paprika 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt 3 cups tomatoes, crushed and in puree 4 Jalapeno peppers, seeded and stem removed, finely chopped 1 large red bell pepper 5 ounces goat cheese, crumbled Sour cream Warm flour tortillas Place beans in large pot and cover with cold water, bringing to a boil. Remove from … Continue reading →

Down Home Texas Chili 2 pounds chili meat 1/8 pound rendered, beef kidney suit 8 sun-dried Anchos chilies 8 cups water 1 tablespoon of beef bouillon 2 garlic cloves, smashed and chipped 1 tablespoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon of salt 1/2 tablespoon cayenne pepper powder 1/2 tablespoon chili powder 1 tablespoon of paprika 1 1/4 tablespoons cumin seed, ground 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract 2 1/2 teaspoons white vinegar 1 tablespoon of semi-sweet baking chocolate 1 cup of water (reserved from water used for boiling chili pods) 3 tablespoons Masa Harina Sear the meat until lightly browned in a little … Continue reading →

Lamb Chili with Black Beans 1 3/4 cups black beans, sorted and rinsed 2 quarts water, more as needed 2 pounds lamb bones 4 thyme sprigs 4 parsley sprigs 1 bay leaf 3 garlic cloves, crushed 6 tablespoons olive oil 2 large yellow onions, chopped 1 1/2 pounds lamb shoulder, ground 2 tablespoons chili powder 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh minced ginger 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh thyme, minced 1 tablespoon red hot chili, seeded and seeds removed 1 1/4 teaspoons dried marjoram, crumbled 3/4 teaspoon ground white pepper 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 3/4 teaspoon allspice 2 … Continue reading →

Hot and Spicy Chili 10 Anaheim green chili peppers 2 3/4 cups water, divided use 1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil 2 pounds round steak, diced 3/4 onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, crushed 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper 3/4 cup tomato sauce 1 3/4 tablespoons all-purpose flour Remove the stems and seeds from green chili peppers. Wash and place in a large pot with 3 cups water. Bring to a boil and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes and drain. Place the peppers in a food processor and puree and set … Continue reading →

Macaroni and Cheese Chili 2 tablespoons oil 1 medium onion, chopped 1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced 2 celery ribs, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 28-ounce can of stewed tomatoes 1 15-ounce can kidney beans, drained 1 1/2 cups frounceen corn 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder 1 1/4 teaspoons crushed dried oregano 1 teaspoon of salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 cup of elbow macaroni 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese Heat a large, heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add oil and sauté the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic until onion … Continue reading →