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 )
1 Tablespoon - Cumin . . . To start, adjust, as desired.
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 !
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!
2026 . . . Yes, I'm still here !
Tight Lines !
Dave F.
2026 . . . Yes, I'm still here, but now I am "Great-Grampa Dave"... LOL !
Tight Lines !
Dave F.
A lot can happen in 13 years.
You make me wanna type up my recipe, if I haven't already. It's quite similar, yet also very different.