"GRAMPA DAVE's" Chili Recipe

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Grampa Dave's chilli recipe . . .

    Well, in case you hadn't guessed, I'm "Grampa Dave" . . . Here, at my grand-children's request, is my chilli recipe !

    Please note that this recipe provides a "safe starting point" as to heat and intensity . . . Add more seasoning, as desired !

    GRAMPA Dave's Chili

    ( Makes 6-9 servings +/- , depending on Bowl size and portion preferences )

    INGREDIENTS :

    1 lb. - 80% Ground Chuck
    2 Cans - Great Value "Chili-Ready" Tomatoes ( Wal-Mart brand name )
    1 Can - Dark Red Kidney Beans
    1 Can - Light Red Kidney Beans
    1 Can - Tomato Sauce
    1 Large - Green Pepper ( Diced )
    1 Medium Vidalia Onion ( Diced )
    1 Tablespoon - Chili Powder ( "Safe" Starting Point )
    4 - Beef Bouillon Cubes
    4 oz. - Sliced Mushrooms ( Optional )
    Garlic ( As Desired )
    Black Pepper ( As Desired )
    Seasoned Salt ( As Desired )
    Cayenne Pepper ( As Desired - Use Sparingly )

    PREPARATION & COOKING :

    (1) Combine ALL Ingredients, EXCEPT the GROUND CHUCK and the ONIONS in a large pot and heat over Medium-High heat, stirring occasionally.

    (2) Brown Ground Chuck and DRAIN THOROUGHLY ( Add a sprinkling of additional Seasonings as listed above, if desired, to add flavor during cooking ). Add to Ingredients prepared in Step 1.

    (3) Place Diced Onions in a large skillet and saute them, until brown ( They are cooked separately to prevent an "overpowering" Onion flavor in the Chili ) Additional seasoning may be used, if desired . . . DRAIN THOROUGHLY and add to Pot.

    (4) Add the GROUND CHUCK and ONIONS to the pot and stir, until thoroughly mixed in. Add water, as needed ( it will simmer out during cooking ).

    (5) Cook Chili over MEDIUM-HIGH heat, until it comes to a BUBBLING Boil, stirring occasionally . . . REDUCE Heat to MEDIUM-LOW and allow to cook for at least TWO HOURS, stirring occasionally . . . DO NOT ALLOW Chili to RE-BOIL and LOWER HEAT, as needed.

    (6) "TASTE-TEST" During Cooking and Adjust Seasonings, as desired . . . SERVE & ENJOY ! ! !

OPTIONAL : We like to serve it with Grated Cheese (we like Cheddar) on top, along with a large "Dollop" of Sour Cream .

I really hope that everyone enjoys this recipe . . . Whenever they come over to spend the night, all three of my grand-kids (11, 14, 15) say, "Grampa, can we make your chili tonight?" . . . Who could say no to that ? - LOL !

[ChileRelleno]

Mushrooms?
Kidney beans?
Bullion cubes?   
Black pepper?

Heretic!   

Just kidding, good chili takes on many forms to meet many tastes.
That sounds like a good recipe for nachos or hot dogs.

Also, welcome to alantani.com!