I know some folks love their chili spicy – the spicier the better. The rest of us…either not so much or not at all. Which almost makes it a non starter, or a why bother kind of thing…
Me? I do not like SPICY, and not a fan of Spicy and really prefer just a bit of spicy. I’m the one who takes a 4 ounce can of green chillies and uses half of it in her turkey chili. Just enough for flavor, a touch of spicy, and it won’t eat me alive for the next week…
If I don’t make if from scratch, my favorite version is using the Carroll Shelby’s Texas Chili Kit. (Check it out HERE) It is simple, straight forward, easy on the budget, time friendly, and it tastes GOOD! And, no, I don’t add that packet of Cayenne that is optional. The best part is you can customize it to suit your desires.
Luke Catleugh recently made a pot of chili from scratch and added coffee and dark chocolate. Both of these flavors enhance the flavors. He also serves his over rice, which I am going to do the next time I heat up my chili.
At the end of the day, there are lots of ways to make this delicious stew. You have the freedom to make it your own. Even if you don’t need it to be hot enough to set your hair on fire. LOL!
