*The Perfect Chili

* This is my personal chili recipe.  It uses a combination of fresh ingredients and dry seasonings for optimal flavor.  Note that I not only use fresh garlic and onion but also garlic and onion powders.  I find that this produces a better flavor. 

servings: 4

cook time: 30 min

total time: 1 hr

2 lbs lean Ground Beef

1 med Onion, chopped

4 large cloves, or equivalent of minced from jar

2 c. Water

2 tbsp Flour

1 can (14.5 oz) Diced Tomatoes

2 (8 oz.) cans Tomato Sauce

Seasonings: 

6 tbsp Mexene Chili Powder

1 tbsp Paprika

1 tsp Ground Cumin

1 tsp Garlic Powder

1 tsp Onion Powder

1½ tsp Salt (regular, not sea salt)

2 tsp Sugar

Cook ground beef with onions and garlic in a large skillet. Drain the excess grease off of the meat and place the meat back in the skillet. Add all of the other ingredients and simmer for at least 30 minutes.

*Tip:  If you are sensitive to spicy foods, try cutting back the chili powder to 4 tbsp. This will give it a milder flavor. 

Makes about 6 cups.