tonyr0802 Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 I'm thinking of entering a chili cook off to raise money at work and need a good recipe. Something unique, not store directed from a packet. Anyone have anything good? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Country Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 Been a few threads on this in the last 12-18 months, and I saw Big John's name in the thread just a minute ago so he is probably pulling those up. You looking for spicy, not spicy.. meaty, not meaty? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big John Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 (edited) Been a few threads on this in the last 12-18 months, and I saw Big John's name in the thread just a minute ago so he is probably pulling those up. You looking for spicy, not spicy.. meaty, not meaty? That is a tall order, as there are several threads, such as this or this. Also depends in what type you are looking for. Just don't look for the H8tank special recipe. Edited February 10, 2009 by Big John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyr0802 Posted February 11, 2009 Author Share Posted February 11, 2009 Been a few threads on this in the last 12-18 months, and I saw Big John's name in the thread just a minute ago so he is probably pulling those up. You looking for spicy, not spicy.. meaty, not meaty? My personal preference is something with some kick to it. I can do with or without the meat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Cid Posted February 11, 2009 Share Posted February 11, 2009 My personal preference is something with some kick to it. I can do with or without the meat. First of all, chili without meat isn't chili, it's bean soup. Second, try my chili recipe in that second thread if you want something with a kick. It's a good traditional Texas chili. Add what you want to it if you like more than just meat. Chili is supposed to be fun, experiment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyr0802 Posted February 11, 2009 Author Share Posted February 11, 2009 First of all, chili without meat isn't chili, it's bean soup. Second, try my chili recipe in that second thread if you want something with a kick. It's a good traditional Texas chili. Add what you want to it if you like more than just meat. Chili is supposed to be fun, experiment. Read that recipe last night and though it sounded good, thinking I'll give it a go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perchoutofwater Posted February 11, 2009 Share Posted February 11, 2009 I can't believe ya'll have chili recipes. Chili is a creation with what is on hand. Having said that I've noticed some of ya'll put some really strange chit in your chili. Aside from spices chili has 5 major ingredients: meat, onions, peppers, tomatoes, and beans (some will argue that beans belong). My favorite meat to use is ground venison, though I've been known to use ground beef and sirloin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Country Posted February 11, 2009 Share Posted February 11, 2009 My personal preference is something with some kick to it. I can do with or without the meat. I forget if I posted it in one of the other threads, but I do one using chipotles that is very good... and has kick to it that is dependent on how many peppers you go with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
untateve Posted February 11, 2009 Share Posted February 11, 2009 First of all, chili without meat isn't chili, it's bean soup. I was reading this thread to my wife last night. I laugh because I said the exact same thing to her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rajncajn Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 Probably not what you're looking for, but my wife makes an awesome white bean & turkey chili. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SheikYerbuti Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 I made white chicken chili for the Super Bowl. That ain't chili. It sucked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
driveby Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 I've made a variation of this a few times and everyone's raved about it. Changes: no beer - use beef stock instead I used sweet sausage I subbed chipotle chili pepper for half the regular chili pepper I added a pinch of cinnamon and a few chocolate chips I like to simmer my chili a long time, refrigerate it and then reheat before serving - usually the next day. If you do this, add the beans (if you put them in) the day you're going to serve it or they get mushy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HowboutthemCowboys Posted February 13, 2009 Share Posted February 13, 2009 I made white chicken chili for the Super Bowl. That ain't chili. It sucked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy Neutron Posted February 13, 2009 Share Posted February 13, 2009 I can't believe ya'll have chili recipes. Chili is a creation with what is on hand. Having said that I've noticed some of ya'll put some really strange chit in your chili. Aside from spices chili has 5 major ingredients: meat, onions, peppers, tomatoes, and beans (some will argue that beans belong). My favorite meat to use is ground venison, though I've been known to use ground beef and sirloin. Don't forget bitter chocloate! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perchoutofwater Posted February 13, 2009 Share Posted February 13, 2009 Don't forget bitter chocloate! I can honestly say I've never put chocolate in chili. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy Neutron Posted February 13, 2009 Share Posted February 13, 2009 I can honestly say I've never put chocolate in chili. Don't knock it 'til you've tried it. It adds a nice depth of flavor and nobody ever guesses there's chocolate in there - it's a very complimentery flavor to chili. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
untateve Posted February 13, 2009 Share Posted February 13, 2009 Don't knock it 'til you've tried it. It adds a nice depth of flavor and nobody ever guesses there's chocolate in there - it's a very complimentery flavor to chili. +1 a couple squares of baker's chocolate goes into my 4-5 qt batch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Cid Posted February 13, 2009 Share Posted February 13, 2009 I keep the chocolate for my mole, a chocolate and cinnamon flavored pepper sauce. I serve this over turkey or chicken. It also makes a wonderful change as a sauce for enchiladas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyr0802 Posted February 22, 2009 Author Share Posted February 22, 2009 First of all, chili without meat isn't chili, it's bean soup. Second, try my chili recipe in that second thread if you want something with a kick. It's a good traditional Texas chili. Add what you want to it if you like more than just meat. Chili is supposed to be fun, experiment. Made this recipe today, I'd say it gets a Very good flavoring with spice that's enough to let you know it's there but doesn't prevent you from enjoying it before you finish a bowl of it. Thanks for the recommendation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Cid Posted February 22, 2009 Share Posted February 22, 2009 Made this recipe today, I'd say it gets a Very good flavoring with spice that's enough to let you know it's there but doesn't prevent you from enjoying it before you finish a bowl of it. Thanks for the recommendation. Glad you enjoyed it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perchoutofwater Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 I won 3rd place in a chili cook off on Saturday, my brother-in-law won 1st place. I hate to admit it, but his was really better than mine that night. I tried to get to fancy with it. Still 3rd out of 30 isn't bad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy Neutron Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 (edited) I won 3rd place in a chili cook off on Saturday, my brother-in-law won 1st place. I hate to admit it, but his was really better than mine that night. I tried to get to fancy with it. Still 3rd out of 30 isn't bad. Care to post the winning recipe? (I mean yours ) Edited February 24, 2009 by Jimmy Neutron Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perchoutofwater Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 93/7 ground beef tri-tip two different types of chipotle (I don't remember which) fresh jalapenos onions tomatoes pintos fresh garlic Tony Chahere's Chipotle Tabasco (I love this stuff) Cumin Cinnamon Chocolate (I put too much in I'm convinced it is why I was only 3rd, first time I've ever put it in my chili) cilantro molasses brown sugar McCormick's Smoked Chipotle Pepper (I really like this stuff too) I know I used about 4 lbs of tri tip and 4 lbs of ground beef, and two cans of pintos. I haven't got a clue as to how much of the other stuff you I put in. It is stuff I have around all the time. I just keep adding until it tastes right. I never use a recipe on anything, I just taste until it is right. Unfortunately I put too much chocolate in, and didn't have enough beef to add to it to dilute it. I'll probably use it again, but use about 1/2 of what I did. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy Neutron Posted February 25, 2009 Share Posted February 25, 2009 93/7 ground beeftri-tip two different types of chipotle (I don't remember which) fresh jalapenos onions tomatoes pintos fresh garlic Tony Chahere's Chipotle Tabasco (I love this stuff) Cumin Cinnamon Chocolate (I put too much in I'm convinced it is why I was only 3rd, first time I've ever put it in my chili) cilantro molasses brown sugar McCormick's Smoked Chipotle Pepper (I really like this stuff too) I know I used about 4 lbs of tri tip and 4 lbs of ground beef, and two cans of pintos. I haven't got a clue as to how much of the other stuff you I put in. It is stuff I have around all the time. I just keep adding until it tastes right. I never use a recipe on anything, I just taste until it is right. Unfortunately I put too much chocolate in, and didn't have enough beef to add to it to dilute it. I'll probably use it again, but use about 1/2 of what I did. I never use a recipe either - sometimes I really regret it when I nail something well. I'll have to give this combo of ingredients a shot. Gracias. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dutch Oven Posted February 25, 2009 Share Posted February 25, 2009 sometimes I really regret it when I nail something well. color] Sometimes, on Saturday mornings in college, I used to regret it when I had nailed something well. Now I'm just pleased with myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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