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This ol' Kansas/Oklahoma boy makes his with beans. Made over a hundred gallons of it a few weeks ago, and folks were layin' their money down, and lappin' it up. Ran out, and folks were still wanting more.
One weekend out of every year, I am a real celebrity!
I would not have been surprised to x-ring it, FCD. I've been in a few competitions myself, but not for years now. More than a few guys spelled secret ingredient "S-k-i-p-p-y".
Your old recipe looks pretty good, without knowing exactly which spices and how much.
..The types of beans has been brought up. I'll agree that black beans are the work of Satan. We use mostly pinto with some dark and light kidneys. They make it look pretty and taste about the same. Fact is I like beans and they work as an extender.
..We don't get crazy with the heat. Red pepper flakes (preferably homemade) provide the most and good old fashion Tabasco has a great flavor that can't be duplicated in other hot sauces. Not being a competitor, I'd rather leave it up to the eater to add Tabasco or not.
..This may offend some but we like Ritz crackers in ours....[:0]
INEXPERIENCED CHILI TASTER
Notes From An Inexperienced Chili Tester Named FRANK, who was visiting Texas from the East Coast: "Recently, I was honored to be selected as a judge at a chili cook-off. The original person called in sick at the last moment and I happened to be standing there at the judge's table asking directions to the beer wagon, when the call came. I was assured by the other two judges (Native Texans) that the chili wouldn't be all that spicy,
and besides, they told me I could have free beer during the tasting - So I accepted."
Here are the scorecards from the event:
________________________________________________________________________
CHILI # 1 - MIKE'S MANIAC MOBSTER MONSTER CHILI
JUDGE ONE: A little too heavy on tomato. Amusing kick.
JUDGE TWO: Nice, smooth tomato flavor. Very mild.
FRANK: Holy poop, what the hell is this stuff? You could remove dried paint from your driveway. Took me two beers to put the flames out. I hope that's the worst one. These Texans are crazy.
________________________________________________________________________
CHILI # 2 - ARTHUR'S AFTERBURNER CHILI
JUDGE ONE: Smokey, with a hint of pork. Slight Jalapeno tang.
JUDGE TWO: Exciting BBQ flavor, needs more peppers to be taken seriously.
FRANK: Keep this out of the reach of children. I'm not sure what I am supposed to taste besides pain. I had to wave off two people who wanted to give me the Heimlich maneuver. They had to rush in more beer when they saw the look on my face.
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CHILI # 3 - FRED'S FAMOUS BURN DOWN THE BARN CHILI
JUDGE ONE: Excellent firehouse chili! Great kick. Needs more beans.
JUDGE TWO: A beanless chili, a bit salty, good use of peppers.
FRANK: Call the EPA, I've located a uranium spill. My nose feels like I have been snorting Drano. Everyone knows the routine by now get me more beer before I ignite. Barmaid pounded me on the back; now my backbone is in the front part of my chest. I'm getting poop-faced from all the beer.
________________________________________________________________________
CHILI # 4 - BUBBA'S BLACK MAGIC
JUDGE ONE: Black bean chili with almost no spice. Disappointing.
JUDGE TWO: Hint of lime in the black beans. Good side dish for fish or
other mild foods, not much of a chili.
FRANK: I felt something scraping across my tongue, but was unable to taste it. Is it possible to burnout taste buds? Sally, the barmaid, was standing behind me with fresh refills; that 300 lb. * is starting to look HOT just like this nuclear waste I'm eating. Is chili an aphrodisiac?
________________________________________________________________________
CHILI # 5 - LINDA'S LEGAL LIP REMOVER
JUDGE ONE: Meaty, strong chili. Cayenne peppers freshly ground, adding considerable kick. Very Impressive!
JUDGE TWO: Chili using shredded beef, could use more tomato. Must admit the cayenne peppers make a strong statement.
FRANK: My ears are ringing, sweat is pouring off my forehead and I can no longer focus my eyes. I farted and four people behind me needed paramedics. The contestant seemed offended when I told her that her chili had given me brain damage; Sally saved my tongue from bleeding by pouring beer directly on it from a pitcher. I wonder if I'm burning my lips off? It really pisses me off that the other judges asked me to stop screaming. Screw those rednecks!
________________________________________________________________________
CHILI # 6 - VERA'S VERY VEGETARIAN VARIETY
JUDGE ONE: Thin yet bold vegetarian variety chili. Good balance of spice
and peppers.
JUDGE TWO: The best yet. Aggressive use of peppers, onions, and garlic.
Superb!
FRANK: My intestines are now a straight pipe filled with gaseous, sulfuric flames. I poop on myself when I farted and I'm worried it will eat through the chair. No one seems inclined to stand behind me except that Sally. She must be kinkier than I thought. Can't feel my lips anymore. I need to wipe my * with a snow cone!
________________________________________________________________________
CHILI # 7 - SUSAN'S SCREAMING SENSATION CHILI
JUDGE ONE: A mediocre chili with too much reliance on canned peppers.
JUDGE TWO: Ho Hum, tastes as if the chef literally threw in a can of chili
peppers at the last moment. I should take note that I am worried about Judge Number 3, He appears to be in a bit of distress as he is cursing uncontrollably.
FRANK: You could put a grenade in my mouth, pull the pin, and I wouldn't feel a damn thing. I've lost sight in one eye, and the world sounds like it is made of rushing water. My shirt is covered with chili, which slid unnoticed out of my mouth. My pants are full of lava-like poop to match my damn shirt. At least during the autopsy they'll know what killed me. I've decided to stop breathing, it's too painful. Screw it, I'm not getting any
oxygen anyway. If I need air, I'll just suck it in through the 4-inch hole in my stomach.
________________________________________________________________________
CHILI # 8 - Helen's Mount Saint Chili
JUDGE ONE: A perfect ending, this is a nice blend chili, safe for all, not too bold but spicy enough to declare it's existence.
JUDGE TWO: This final entry is a good, balanced chili. Neither mild nor hot. Sorry to see that most of it was lost when Judge Number 3 passed out, fell over and pulled the chili pot down on top of himself. Not sure if he's going to make it. Poor Yank, wonder how he'd have reacted to a really hot chili?
FRANK: (Not available for comment.)
This is a classic recipe from Robb Walsh, a Texas food historian and a restaurateur: no beans. In the Texas spirit, it does, however, call for three pounds of meat - boneless chuck, buffalo or venison. There is also some bacon for good measure. This is a hearty meal, great for a cold day when the best thing to do is to stay in and watch that other Texas religion, football.
quote:Originally posted by tapwater
..The types of beans has been brought up. I'll agree that black beans are the work of Satan. We use mostly pinto with some dark and light kidneys. They make it look pretty and taste about the same. Fact is I like beans and they work as an extender.
..We don't get crazy with the heat. Red pepper flakes (preferably homemade) provide the most and good old fashion Tabasco has a great flavor that can't be duplicated in other hot sauces. Not being a competitor, I'd rather leave it up to the eater to add Tabasco or not.
..This may offend some but we like Ritz crackers in ours....[:0]
Ritz works well, and good salty tortilla chips crumbled in and mixed lightly near the top of the chili is tasty too! [:)]
Sounds like the Camper Special. Smash up an unopened single-serving bag of Doritos or other corn chips until the contents are reduced to fingernail-sized pieces. Open bag. Add a generous amount of chili. Stir and eat right from the bag.
quote:Originally posted by Rocky Raab
Sounds like the Camper Special. Smash up an unopened single-serving bag of Doritos or other corn chips until the contents are reduced to fingernail-sized pieces. Open bag. Add a generous amount of chili. Stir and eat right from the bag.
In Lancaster Calif. The High School Snack bar had Pepper Bellies. Open a single serve size of Fretos, put in Chili, then add Cheese and some Onions. Good Stuff.
quote:Originally posted by grumpygy
quote:Originally posted by Rocky Raab
Sounds like the Camper Special. Smash up an unopened single-serving bag of Doritos or other corn chips until the contents are reduced to fingernail-sized pieces. Open bag. Add a generous amount of chili. Stir and eat right from the bag.
In Lancaster Calif. The High School Snack bar had Pepper Bellies. Open a single serve size of Fretos, put in Chili, then add Cheese and some Onions. Good Stuff.
..I've heard that called "walking tacos". I think they're served from street vendors and at ball games.
quote:Originally posted by Flying Clay Disk
quote:Originally posted by tapwater
quote:Originally posted by Flying Clay Disk
Okay, I'll end the debate right here and now!
If Chili was supposed to have beans in it then why does the can say...
"Chili with Beans", Hmmmmmmmmm??? You see, there's proof in the pudding right there; it was 'Chili' before they put the beans in it!!!
So THERE! [:D][:p][8D][;)][:D]
..Though I see your point clearly, you use canned chili as an example?...[:0]
Ahem, ummmm, yes, I do have some canned chili in with the food supplies. Better than nothin'.
..In that context, sure thing. No criticism meant. I'm guilty also. There are a lot of things I'd eat rather than go hungry.
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One weekend out of every year, I am a real celebrity!
Dan
Pot#2-Pinto beans.
Pot#3- Rice.
Mix to taste in your own bowl.
Your old recipe looks pretty good, without knowing exactly which spices and how much.
..We don't get crazy with the heat. Red pepper flakes (preferably homemade) provide the most and good old fashion Tabasco has a great flavor that can't be duplicated in other hot sauces. Not being a competitor, I'd rather leave it up to the eater to add Tabasco or not.
..This may offend some but we like Ritz crackers in ours....[:0]
quote:
TEXAS CHILI COOK-OFFS
INEXPERIENCED CHILI TASTER
Notes From An Inexperienced Chili Tester Named FRANK, who was visiting Texas from the East Coast: "Recently, I was honored to be selected as a judge at a chili cook-off. The original person called in sick at the last moment and I happened to be standing there at the judge's table asking directions to the beer wagon, when the call came. I was assured by the other two judges (Native Texans) that the chili wouldn't be all that spicy,
and besides, they told me I could have free beer during the tasting - So I accepted."
Here are the scorecards from the event:
________________________________________________________________________
CHILI # 1 - MIKE'S MANIAC MOBSTER MONSTER CHILI
JUDGE ONE: A little too heavy on tomato. Amusing kick.
JUDGE TWO: Nice, smooth tomato flavor. Very mild.
FRANK: Holy poop, what the hell is this stuff? You could remove dried paint from your driveway. Took me two beers to put the flames out. I hope that's the worst one. These Texans are crazy.
________________________________________________________________________
CHILI # 2 - ARTHUR'S AFTERBURNER CHILI
JUDGE ONE: Smokey, with a hint of pork. Slight Jalapeno tang.
JUDGE TWO: Exciting BBQ flavor, needs more peppers to be taken seriously.
FRANK: Keep this out of the reach of children. I'm not sure what I am supposed to taste besides pain. I had to wave off two people who wanted to give me the Heimlich maneuver. They had to rush in more beer when they saw the look on my face.
________________________________________________________________________
CHILI # 3 - FRED'S FAMOUS BURN DOWN THE BARN CHILI
JUDGE ONE: Excellent firehouse chili! Great kick. Needs more beans.
JUDGE TWO: A beanless chili, a bit salty, good use of peppers.
FRANK: Call the EPA, I've located a uranium spill. My nose feels like I have been snorting Drano. Everyone knows the routine by now get me more beer before I ignite. Barmaid pounded me on the back; now my backbone is in the front part of my chest. I'm getting poop-faced from all the beer.
________________________________________________________________________
CHILI # 4 - BUBBA'S BLACK MAGIC
JUDGE ONE: Black bean chili with almost no spice. Disappointing.
JUDGE TWO: Hint of lime in the black beans. Good side dish for fish or
other mild foods, not much of a chili.
FRANK: I felt something scraping across my tongue, but was unable to taste it. Is it possible to burnout taste buds? Sally, the barmaid, was standing behind me with fresh refills; that 300 lb. * is starting to look HOT just like this nuclear waste I'm eating. Is chili an aphrodisiac?
________________________________________________________________________
CHILI # 5 - LINDA'S LEGAL LIP REMOVER
JUDGE ONE: Meaty, strong chili. Cayenne peppers freshly ground, adding considerable kick. Very Impressive!
JUDGE TWO: Chili using shredded beef, could use more tomato. Must admit the cayenne peppers make a strong statement.
FRANK: My ears are ringing, sweat is pouring off my forehead and I can no longer focus my eyes. I farted and four people behind me needed paramedics. The contestant seemed offended when I told her that her chili had given me brain damage; Sally saved my tongue from bleeding by pouring beer directly on it from a pitcher. I wonder if I'm burning my lips off? It really pisses me off that the other judges asked me to stop screaming. Screw those rednecks!
________________________________________________________________________
CHILI # 6 - VERA'S VERY VEGETARIAN VARIETY
JUDGE ONE: Thin yet bold vegetarian variety chili. Good balance of spice
and peppers.
JUDGE TWO: The best yet. Aggressive use of peppers, onions, and garlic.
Superb!
FRANK: My intestines are now a straight pipe filled with gaseous, sulfuric flames. I poop on myself when I farted and I'm worried it will eat through the chair. No one seems inclined to stand behind me except that Sally. She must be kinkier than I thought. Can't feel my lips anymore. I need to wipe my * with a snow cone!
________________________________________________________________________
CHILI # 7 - SUSAN'S SCREAMING SENSATION CHILI
JUDGE ONE: A mediocre chili with too much reliance on canned peppers.
JUDGE TWO: Ho Hum, tastes as if the chef literally threw in a can of chili
peppers at the last moment. I should take note that I am worried about Judge Number 3, He appears to be in a bit of distress as he is cursing uncontrollably.
FRANK: You could put a grenade in my mouth, pull the pin, and I wouldn't feel a damn thing. I've lost sight in one eye, and the world sounds like it is made of rushing water. My shirt is covered with chili, which slid unnoticed out of my mouth. My pants are full of lava-like poop to match my damn shirt. At least during the autopsy they'll know what killed me. I've decided to stop breathing, it's too painful. Screw it, I'm not getting any
oxygen anyway. If I need air, I'll just suck it in through the 4-inch hole in my stomach.
________________________________________________________________________
CHILI # 8 - Helen's Mount Saint Chili
JUDGE ONE: A perfect ending, this is a nice blend chili, safe for all, not too bold but spicy enough to declare it's existence.
JUDGE TWO: This final entry is a good, balanced chili. Neither mild nor hot. Sorry to see that most of it was lost when Judge Number 3 passed out, fell over and pulled the chili pot down on top of himself. Not sure if he's going to make it. Poor Yank, wonder how he'd have reacted to a really hot chili?
FRANK: (Not available for comment.)
What time's dinner?
http://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1016037-classic-chili-con-carne
This is a classic recipe from Robb Walsh, a Texas food historian and a restaurateur: no beans. In the Texas spirit, it does, however, call for three pounds of meat - boneless chuck, buffalo or venison. There is also some bacon for good measure. This is a hearty meal, great for a cold day when the best thing to do is to stay in and watch that other Texas religion, football.
..The types of beans has been brought up. I'll agree that black beans are the work of Satan. We use mostly pinto with some dark and light kidneys. They make it look pretty and taste about the same. Fact is I like beans and they work as an extender.
..We don't get crazy with the heat. Red pepper flakes (preferably homemade) provide the most and good old fashion Tabasco has a great flavor that can't be duplicated in other hot sauces. Not being a competitor, I'd rather leave it up to the eater to add Tabasco or not.
..This may offend some but we like Ritz crackers in ours....[:0]
Ritz works well, and good salty tortilla chips crumbled in and mixed lightly near the top of the chili is tasty too! [:)]
Sounds like the Camper Special. Smash up an unopened single-serving bag of Doritos or other corn chips until the contents are reduced to fingernail-sized pieces. Open bag. Add a generous amount of chili. Stir and eat right from the bag.
In Lancaster Calif. The High School Snack bar had Pepper Bellies. Open a single serve size of Fretos, put in Chili, then add Cheese and some Onions. Good Stuff.
quote:Originally posted by Rocky Raab
Sounds like the Camper Special. Smash up an unopened single-serving bag of Doritos or other corn chips until the contents are reduced to fingernail-sized pieces. Open bag. Add a generous amount of chili. Stir and eat right from the bag.
In Lancaster Calif. The High School Snack bar had Pepper Bellies. Open a single serve size of Fretos, put in Chili, then add Cheese and some Onions. Good Stuff.
..I've heard that called "walking tacos". I think they're served from street vendors and at ball games.
All this Chili Talk had me hankerin' for some good Chili.
Went this afternoon and asked the wife if she had planned dinner yet.
NOPE. [:D][:D][:D]
How's 'bout some CHILI ?
Great idea. How you plan on fixin'it?
ME!? I thought You'd get 'er dun...
I have to go to the store for beans.
Cool... Sounds good to me.
Just got handed a bowl of Chili WITH Beans. [:p][:p][:p]
Okay, I'll end the debate right here and now!
If Chili was supposed to have beans in it then why does the can say...
"Chili with Beans", Hmmmmmmmmm??? You see, there's proof in the pudding right there; it was 'Chili' before they put the beans in it!!!
So THERE! [:D][:p][8D][;)][:D]
..Though I see your point clearly, you use canned chili as an example?...[:0]
Trinity +++
quote:Originally posted by tapwater
quote:Originally posted by Flying Clay Disk
Okay, I'll end the debate right here and now!
If Chili was supposed to have beans in it then why does the can say...
"Chili with Beans", Hmmmmmmmmm??? You see, there's proof in the pudding right there; it was 'Chili' before they put the beans in it!!!
So THERE! [:D][:p][8D][;)][:D]
..Though I see your point clearly, you use canned chili as an example?...[:0]
Ahem, ummmm, yes, I do have some canned chili in with the food supplies. Better than nothin'.
..In that context, sure thing. No criticism meant. I'm guilty also. There are a lot of things I'd eat rather than go hungry.
[:p]