Probably one of the best things to make on a cold winter night. It is sweet, spicy, and full of flavor. Next to cream of crab soup, this is my favorite soup to make. It is hearty enough to be a complete dinner by itself, but just enough to have as a small cup with your lunch. It has all of the usual ingredients you would associate with chili: beef, peppers, onions, beans, and tomatoes. You start by browning the beef then the peppers and onions. Then, you add diced and crushed tomatoes along with beef stock and vegetable juice such as V8. Now, the crucial part is adding the spices. Among others they include chili powder, paprika, and cumin. These give the essential chili flavor. When it comes to the spicy factor, my teacher and friends like to turn your mouths into lava. I like a noticeable heat but not knock your lights out hot. I add a little cayenne pepper and Frank's Red Hot sauce. It is up to you if you want to add more spice to it. The next part is the sweetness. I add chocolate chips and brown sugar. The chocolate adds flavor to the chili without giving it a chocolate taste. The brown sugar gives a nice sweet taste and cuts through the harshness of the heat. Then, you simply add the beans and simmer for about an hour to allow all of the flavors to meld. All you then have to do is serves some up with a dollop of sour cream and a nice big pile of sharp cheddar cheese. I like to crumble in some saltine crackers. But again it is all up to you. If you are looking for a chili recipe that will knock the socks off of your guests or possibly win a prize, then this is the one for you. This recipe can also be found on page 29 of my cookbook above. Bon Appetit!
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This is a recipe I thought of when we ran out of ideas on how to use chicken for family meal at my school. I wanted something bold, yet delicious and easy. All you do is grill some chicken until it is almost cooked through. Then you top with bacon, scallions, barbecue sauce and cheddar cheese. Finally you bake it until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and the cheese is bubbly and browned. It is all of the classic cowboy flavors BBQ sauce, bacon, cheese. When it comes to side dishes, you can go full cowboy with some baked beans, corn, and a salad if you wish. Or, you can go with something like french fries or baked potatoes and buttermilk biscuits. The possibilities are endless. It turned out to be a favorite to my friends and family! The recipe for this can be downloaded below or can be found on page 55 of my cookbook, available above! Bon Appetit!
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